Matthews International Corporation, often referred to simply as Matthews, is a prominent player in the memorialisation and industrial products sectors. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across North America and has a growing presence in international markets. Founded in 1850, Matthews has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions in the memorialisation, branding, and industrial sectors. The company’s core offerings include memorial products, such as headstones and cremation urns, alongside branding solutions like custom signage and promotional products. What sets Matthews apart is its commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer service, ensuring that each product meets the highest standards. With a rich history and a strong market position, Matthews International Corporation continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in its industry.
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In 2024, Matthews International Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,983,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 853,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 6,130,000 kg CO2e. This marked a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 7,068,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 883,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 6,185,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Additionally, Matthews is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2.5% annually across all scopes from 2020 to 2030. They have also pledged to achieve carbon neutrality across their operations by 2030, with a long-term goal of setting Science Based Targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions towards net zero by 2050. Overall, Matthews International Corporation is actively working to lower its carbon footprint while adhering to industry standards for climate action.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 826,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,512,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Matthews International Corporation 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.