Mcdonalds
McDonald's Corporation, commonly known as McDonald's, is a global leader in the fast-food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1940, the company has grown to become a household name, with a significant presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. Renowned for its iconic menu items such as the Big Mac and Chicken McNuggets, McDonald's distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and consistency. The brand has achieved numerous milestones, including the introduction of the drive-thru service and a focus on sustainability initiatives. With thousands of locations worldwide, McDonald's holds a dominant market position, consistently ranking among the top fast-food chains. Its innovative approach to customer service and menu diversification continues to set it apart in a competitive landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Mcdonalds'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Hospitality 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.
Industry Benchmark
Mcdonalds's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mcdonalds's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, McDonald's Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 331,622,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 100,264,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 224,964,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 59,929,320,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in its supply chain operations. McDonald's has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 36% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions from its restaurants and offices by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 31% reduction in emissions intensity per metric ton of food and packaging across its supply chain by the same year. Looking further ahead, McDonald's has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term goal includes a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2030, based on 2018 levels, and a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions. The company also pledges to maintain no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities. These initiatives reflect McDonald's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact, aligning with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 106,963,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 364,985,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 62,354,135,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Mcdonalds is committed to some 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.
