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Mastercard Incorporated, commonly known as Mastercard, is a leading global player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically focusing on payment processing and related technologies. Headquartered in the United States, Mastercard operates extensively across North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions, providing innovative solutions that facilitate secure and efficient transactions.
Founded in 1966, Mastercard has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of contactless payment technology and advancements in digital payment solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including credit, debit, and prepaid cards, as well as payment processing services that stand out for their security and reliability.
With a strong market position, Mastercard is recognised for its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions, making it a trusted partner for businesses and consumers alike in the evolving landscape of financial services.
82
DitchCarbon score
+45 vs industry average
Mastercard’s score of 82 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.096
20182025
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Mastercard's reported carbon emissions
Mastercard, a US-based financial intermediation services company, reported Scope 1 emissions of 3,444,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 1,705,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 457,043,000 kg CO2e for 2025.
Mastercard is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The company has Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 38% and Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2025, from a 2016 baseline. Mastercard has also signed The Climate Pledge.
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Mastercard’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2025
38% reduction in Scope 2
Mastercard commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 38% by 2025 from a 2016 base year.
On track38%
2025
20% reduction in scope 3 total
Mastercard also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 20% over the same target period.
On track20%
2030
60.2% reduction in all scopes
Mastercard commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 60.2% by 2030 from a 2016 base year.
Behind target60.2%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
Signed 2023See details
Active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
2021 targetSee details
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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