McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global leader in the flavour industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1889, McCormick has established itself as a prominent player in the production of spices, seasonings, and flavour solutions, serving both retail and food service sectors. With major operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, the company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. McCormick's extensive product range includes spices, herbs, and flavourings that enhance culinary experiences worldwide. The brand is distinguished by its rigorous sourcing practices and dedication to sustainability, ensuring that its offerings are both authentic and environmentally responsible. As a market leader, McCormick has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the food industry, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in flavour enhancement.
How does McCormick & Company, 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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McCormick & Company, Incorporated's score of 51 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, McCormick & Company, Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 37,469,000 kg CO2e, which includes 24,835,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 12,634,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. Furthermore, McCormick is committed to achieving a 90% reduction in these emissions by FY2050. For Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a broader range of activities including purchased goods and services, the company also targets a 42% reduction by FY2030 and a 90% reduction by FY2050. Overall, McCormick has pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect McCormick's commitment to sustainable practices within the food and beverage processing sector. The company is actively working towards these goals to mitigate its environmental impact and contribute to global climate efforts.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,393,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 60,317,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
McCormick & Company, Incorporated's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
McCormick & Company, Incorporated 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.


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