Marston's PLC, commonly referred to as Marston's, is a leading British pub operator headquartered in Wolverhampton, GB. Established in 1834, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a prominent player in the hospitality industry with a strong presence across the UK. Marston's operates a diverse portfolio of pubs, restaurants, and hotels, focusing on delivering quality food and drink experiences. The company is renowned for its unique brewing heritage, producing a range of award-winning ales and beers. Marston's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified its market position, making it a trusted name in the sector. With a rich history and a dedication to innovation, Marston's continues to thrive, adapting to changing consumer preferences while maintaining its core values.
How does Marstons's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Mean score of companies in the Hospitality industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Marstons's score of 30 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Marston's reported approximately 72,747,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This figure reflects their commitment to transparency in carbon reporting, although no data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was disclosed for this year. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 75,015,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions comprising approximately 1,200,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and about 4,972,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions. Marston's has set a significant target to achieve a 50% reduction in food waste by 2030, starting from a baseline established in 2019. This initiative is part of their broader climate commitments aimed at enhancing sustainability within their operations. The company has not yet adopted Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets, but they are actively engaging in carbon reduction strategies. Overall, Marston's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing their environmental impact, particularly in the context of the hospitality industry in Great Britain.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Marstons has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

