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Mastercard
Mastercard Incorporated, commonly known as Mastercard, is a leading global payments technology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1966, Mastercard has evolved into a key player in the financial services industry, facilitating electronic payments across more than 210 countries and territories. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including credit, debit, and prepaid cards, as well as innovative payment solutions that enhance security and convenience for consumers and businesses alike. Mastercard's commitment to technological advancement and customer-centric solutions has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its robust network and strategic partnerships. With a focus on driving financial inclusion and digital transformation, Mastercard continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a trusted name in the payments landscape.
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Mastercard's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mastercard reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 468,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,962,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 849,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 463,976,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a continued commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to achieve a 38% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2025, using 2016 as the baseline year. In 2023, Mastercard's emissions were approximately 505,491,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,556,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 463,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 505,491,000 kg CO2e. The company has made strides in reducing its emissions over the years, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 4,769,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Mastercard is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, as part of its broader sustainability strategy. The company has signed the Climate Pledge and is actively working towards its science-based targets, which are aligned with the 1.5°C pathway. The reduction targets are part of Mastercard's ongoing efforts to enhance its sustainability practices and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,486,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 94,728,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 849,277,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Mastercard is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
