MasterCard International Incorporated
MasterCard International 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 primarily operates in the payments processing sector, offering a range of core products and services, including credit, debit, and prepaid cards, as well as innovative digital payment solutions. MasterCard is renowned for its commitment to security and technology, providing unique features such as tokenisation and advanced fraud detection. With a strong market position, MasterCard consistently ranks among the top payment networks worldwide, recognised for its extensive partnerships and cutting-edge payment technologies. The company continues to drive financial inclusion and digital transformation, making it a pivotal force in the global economy.
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How does MasterCard International Incorporated'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.
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MasterCard International Incorporated's score of 73 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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MasterCard International Incorporated, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the latest year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, it is important to note that MasterCard International is a current subsidiary of Mastercard Incorporated, which may have relevant climate commitments and initiatives. Mastercard Incorporated has set various climate-related targets and initiatives that cascade down to its subsidiaries, including MasterCard International. These initiatives include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, which focuses on 100% renewable energy. Additionally, Mastercard is involved in the Race to Zero campaign, demonstrating its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. While specific reduction targets or achievements for MasterCard International are not available, the overarching commitments from Mastercard Incorporated suggest a proactive approach to addressing climate change. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the need for transparency and accountability in corporate climate strategies.
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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 International Incorporated is not participating in any 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.
