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McCormick & Company, Incorporated
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.
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McCormick & Company, Incorporated's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, McCormick & Company, Incorporated reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 36,927,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 24,835,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 12,092,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for that year. McCormick has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Furthermore, the company has committed to a long-term target of reducing these emissions by 90% by FY2050. In addition, McCormick plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions—including those from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and other categories—by 90% by FY2050. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, McCormick & Company is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions and has established a clear framework for achieving its climate goals.
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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 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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