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McPherson's Limited

McPherson's Limited, a prominent player in the Australian consumer goods sector, is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 1860, the company has established itself as a leader in the beauty, personal care, and home care industries, with a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand. Specialising in the development and distribution of innovative products, McPherson's Limited offers a diverse range of items, including cosmetics, skincare, and household essentials. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive market. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, McPherson's Limited has garnered a reputation for excellence, making it a trusted name among consumers and retailers alike. The company's strategic focus on product innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a key player in the industry.

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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

McPherson's Limited's score of 13 is lower than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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McPherson's Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, McPherson's Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,900,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, within Scope 3, emissions from purchased goods and services accounted for about 600,000 kg CO2e, while waste generated in operations contributed approximately 250,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 2,855,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 855,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 1,500,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in overall emissions year-on-year. Despite the emissions data, McPherson's Limited has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments.

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Scope 1
300,000
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Scope 2
855,000
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Scope 3
1,500,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. McPherson's Limited's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for McPherson's Limited is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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McPherson's Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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