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McAfee

McAfee Corp., a leading name in cybersecurity, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1987, McAfee has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, known for its innovative approach to digital security. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including antivirus software, endpoint protection, and cloud security solutions, all designed to safeguard users against evolving cyber threats. With a strong market position, McAfee has achieved notable milestones, such as being recognised for its advanced threat detection capabilities and user-friendly interfaces. Its unique blend of cutting-edge technology and robust customer support sets McAfee apart in the competitive cybersecurity landscape, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does McAfee'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

McAfee's score of 25 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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McAfee's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, McAfee reported total emissions of approximately 89,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 47,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, reflecting a decrease from 2020 when emissions were about 95,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 54,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This indicates a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a notable reduction in both scopes year-on-year. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments, McAfee's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce emissions demonstrate a proactive approach to climate responsibility. The company operates within the technology sector, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing environmental impact. As McAfee continues to navigate its climate commitments, the emphasis on transparency and reporting will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate climate action.

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20202021
Scope 1
95,000,000
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Scope 2
54,000,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. McAfee's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. McAfee is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

McAfee is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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