Mercon
Mercon, officially known as Mercon Coffee, is a prominent player in the coffee industry, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1993, the company has established itself as a key supplier and trader of high-quality green coffee beans, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and South America. Specialising in sourcing and trading a diverse range of coffee varieties, Mercon is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and quality. The company’s unique approach combines direct relationships with coffee producers and a focus on ethical sourcing practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Mercon has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with various coffee cooperatives and a reputation for excellence in the specialty coffee sector. Their dedication to innovation and sustainability continues to drive their success in the global coffee landscape.
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Mercon's score of 6 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mercon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mercon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,080,600 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 771,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 556,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for around 2,753,600 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 2,051,000 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (approximately 557,000 kg CO2e). In 2021, Mercon's total emissions were about 1,617,500 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 747,700 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 605,500 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 264,300 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in total emissions from 2021 to 2023, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Mercon. The company is situated in the Netherlands and operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 747,700 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 605,500 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 264,300 | 0,000,000 |
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Mercon 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.
