McLaren Racing, a prominent name in the recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry, is headquartered in Woking, GB. Founded in 1963, the company has established itself as a leader in motorsport, particularly in Formula 1, where it has secured multiple World Championships and numerous race victories.
With a focus on cutting-edge technology and innovation, McLaren Racing is renowned for its high-performance racing cars and engineering excellence. The team competes at the highest level, consistently pushing the boundaries of speed and performance.
Notable achievements include a rich history of success in both Formula 1 and other racing series, solidifying its position as a formidable competitor on the global stage. McLaren Racing continues to inspire fans and enthusiasts alike with its commitment to excellence and a passion for motorsport.
+56 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Recreation and Sports Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Recreation and Sports Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Mclaren Racing's reported carbon emissions
McLaren Racing, a company within the Recreational, cultural and sporting services industry based in GB, has reported its carbon emissions for several years. In 2025, the company's total emissions were approximately 110.6 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 1.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 3.3 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions were substantial, amounting to approximately 105.9 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at roughly 71.6 million kg CO2e.
For the year 2024, McLaren Racing reported total emissions of approximately 57.7 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 1.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 3.8 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 52.5 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services making up the largest portion at approximately 26.4 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, total emissions stood at approximately 63.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 3.5 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 58.1 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services contributing roughly 26.2 million kg CO2e.
The company has set ambitious climate commitments. McLaren Racing has committed to an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using 2019 as a base year. Furthermore, they aim for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2040, also from a 2019 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, specifically focusing on purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transportation and distribution, and business travel, McLaren Racing has committed to a 90% reduction by 2040 from a 2022 base year. Additionally, they have a near-term target to reduce these specific Scope 3 categories by 50% by 2030 from a 2022 base year. McLaren Racing also commits to reaching net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company is also working towards sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030, up from 97.7% in 2022.
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Climate initiatives
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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