McDonald's Restaurants A-S, commonly known as McDonald's, is a global leader in the fast-food industry, with its headquarters located in Turkey (TR). Founded in 1940, the company has grown to become a household name, renowned for its innovative approach to quick-service dining. Operating extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, McDonald's offers a diverse menu that includes iconic products such as the Big Mac, Chicken McNuggets, and a variety of breakfast items. What sets McDonald's apart is its commitment to quality, consistency, and customer experience, making it a preferred choice for millions worldwide. With a strong market position, McDonald's has achieved numerous milestones, including the introduction of the drive-thru service and a focus on sustainability initiatives. The brand continues to evolve, adapting to changing consumer preferences while maintaining its status as a leader in the fast-food sector.
How does McDonald's Restaurants A-S'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.
Mean score of companies in the 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.
McDonald's Restaurants A-S's score of 51 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
As of the latest available data, McDonald's Restaurants A-S does not report specific carbon emissions figures. The organisation is a current subsidiary of McDonald's Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and emissions data. While no absolute emissions data is provided, McDonald's Corporation has established significant climate initiatives that may impact McDonald's Restaurants A-S. These include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. McDonald's Corporation has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, focusing on reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. These targets are cascaded down to McDonald's Restaurants A-S, aligning with industry standards for climate action. In summary, while specific emissions data for McDonald's Restaurants A-S is not available, the organisation is committed to following the climate strategies set forth by its parent company, McDonald's Corporation, which includes robust targets for emissions reduction and sustainability.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,932,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 321,081,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
McDonald's Restaurants A-S has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.