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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Mastercard'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Mastercard's score of 64 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mastercard's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mastercard reported total carbon emissions of approximately 557,545,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,556,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 48,498,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 505,491,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Mastercard has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a total reduction from 2016 levels. The company has set ambitious targets to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Specifically, Mastercard aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 38% and Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2025, using 2016 as the baseline year. These targets are aligned with science-based methodologies to ensure they contribute effectively to global climate goals. Mastercard's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in the Climate Pledge, which it signed in September 2023, reinforcing its dedication to environmental responsibility. The company continues to focus on innovative strategies to enhance its sustainability efforts across all operations.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Scope 2 | 4,486,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Mastercard is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
