Public Profile

Mc Donalds

McDonald's Corporation, commonly known as McDonald's, is a global leader in the fast-food industry, headquartered in Austria (AT). Founded in 1940, the company has grown to become a household name, operating in over 100 countries and serving millions of customers daily. Renowned for its signature products such as the Big Mac, Chicken McNuggets, and world-famous fries, McDonald's distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and innovation. With a focus on convenience and customer satisfaction, McDonald's has continually adapted its menu to cater to local tastes while maintaining its core offerings. The brand's notable achievements include being one of the largest employers worldwide and pioneering advancements in fast-food service, such as drive-thru and digital ordering. As a cornerstone of the quick-service restaurant sector, McDonald's remains a symbol of accessible dining and culinary consistency.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mc Donalds'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.

21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Mc Donalds's score of 21 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mc Donalds's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, McDonald's has not disclosed specific carbon emissions figures for its operations, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. Consequently, there are no absolute emissions numbers to report. However, McDonald's has made various climate commitments aimed at reducing its environmental impact. While specific reduction targets and initiatives are not detailed in the provided information, the company is known to focus on sustainability practices within its supply chain and restaurant operations. This includes efforts to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste, and source ingredients responsibly. In the broader context of the fast-food industry, McDonald's is part of a growing movement towards climate action, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change. The absence of specific emissions data highlights the need for transparency and accountability in corporate climate commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mc Donalds's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Mc Donalds is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Mc Donalds 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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