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Mccann Worldgroup Sustainability Profile

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McCann Worldgroup, a leading global marketing and advertising agency, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across major regions, including Europe and Asia. Founded in 1902, the agency has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, consistently delivering innovative solutions in advertising, digital marketing, and brand strategy. With a diverse portfolio of services, McCann Worldgroup excels in creating compelling brand narratives and integrated marketing campaigns that resonate with audiences. Their unique approach combines creativity with data-driven insights, ensuring that clients achieve impactful results. Notable achievements include numerous awards for excellence in advertising and a strong market position as a trusted partner for some of the world's most recognised brands.

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How does Mccann Worldgroup'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.

59

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Mccann Worldgroup's score of 59 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mccann Worldgroup's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.

As of the latest available data, McCann Worldgroup does not report specific carbon emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of McCann Worldgroup, LLC, and its climate commitments are influenced by its parent organisation, The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. McCann Worldgroup has made commitments to climate action, including being a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative since October 2021. However, it has not set specific near-term or long-term reduction targets and is not currently committed to achieving net-zero emissions. Notably, previous near-term targets have been removed, indicating a shift in their climate strategy. The company is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives, but without specific emissions data or reduction targets, the details of their carbon footprint remain unclear. As part of the media sector, McCann Worldgroup is positioned to influence climate action within its industry, and its commitments reflect a growing awareness of the need for corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
2,485,600
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
26,975,100
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Mccann Worldgroup's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mccann Worldgroup's primary industry is Media Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Mccann Worldgroup's Location?

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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 Mccann Worldgroup is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Mccann Worldgroup's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Mccann Worldgroup's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 30% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
57%
Business Travel
22%
Employee Commuting
11%
Capital Goods
7%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Mccann Worldgroup's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Mccann Worldgroup has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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