MDPI, or Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, is a prominent academic publisher headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1996, MDPI has established itself as a leader in the open-access publishing industry, with a focus on facilitating the dissemination of scholarly research across various disciplines. The company operates globally, with significant presence in Europe, Asia, and North America, offering a diverse range of journals that cover fields such as science, technology, and medicine. MDPI is renowned for its commitment to rapid publication processes and rigorous peer review, ensuring high-quality research is accessible to a wider audience. Notable achievements include the launch of over 300 peer-reviewed journals and a growing impact factor, positioning MDPI as a key player in the academic publishing landscape. Its unique approach to open access and author-centric services continues to drive innovation in scholarly communication.
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Mdpi's score of 32 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Mdpi reported no specific carbon emissions data, with no disclosed Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. However, the organisation has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. Mdpi aims to achieve a 25% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 20% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with these targets starting from 2021. Furthermore, the organisation has committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These commitments reflect Mdpi's proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. The absence of specific emissions data suggests that the organisation is in the early stages of its carbon management strategy, focusing on establishing reduction targets and long-term goals.
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Mdpi 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.