Public Profile

Merchants Distributors

Merchants Distributors, often referred to as MD, is a prominent player in the wholesale distribution industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1972, the company has built a strong reputation for its extensive range of grocery and convenience products, serving major operational regions across the eastern United States. Specialising in the distribution of dry grocery, frozen foods, and perishable items, Merchants Distributors stands out for its commitment to quality and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its product lines and the enhancement of its logistics capabilities, positioning itself as a trusted partner for retailers. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, Merchants Distributors continues to solidify its market position, recognised for its ability to adapt to changing consumer demands and industry trends.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Merchants Distributors'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.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Merchants Distributors's score of 15 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Merchants Distributors's reported carbon emissions

Merchants Distributors currently does not have available carbon emissions data for recent years, nor do they have specified reduction targets or climate pledges. This absence of information suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting its emissions. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and setting ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprints. It is essential for Merchants Distributors to establish clear climate commitments and track their emissions to align with industry standards and contribute to global climate goals.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Merchants Distributors's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), which is low 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. Merchants Distributors is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Merchants Distributors is not committed to any 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.

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