Mercer Sustainability Profile
Mercer, a leading global consulting firm, is headquartered in California and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1945, Mercer has established itself as a key player in the human resources and financial services industry, specialising in areas such as health, wealth, and career consulting. The firm offers a range of unique services, including employee benefits consulting, investment management, and talent management solutions, all designed to enhance organisational performance. Mercer's commitment to data-driven insights and innovative strategies has positioned it as a trusted advisor for businesses seeking to navigate complex workforce challenges. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Mercer continues to achieve notable milestones, helping clients optimise their human capital and drive sustainable growth.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Paper Products 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
Mercer's score of 70 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Mercer's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mercer International reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.8 billion kg CO2e, comprising 454,602,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 45,106,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,268,142,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes, with a target of achieving a 35% reduction by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). In 2023, Mercer reported total emissions of approximately 2.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 433,372,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 46,571,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,678,480,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint, including a 45% reduction in portfolio relative carbon emissions by 2030. Mercer is also committed to creating a pathway to net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate science recommendations to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company’s initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability within the forest and paper products sector, where it operates.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 387,056,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Mercer's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mercer's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 45% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mercer's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Mercer has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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