McDonald’s targets net zero emissions by 2050
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McDonald’s said it aims to bring its greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050.
It’s a higher bar than the Chicago-based fast-food chain set three years ago, when it pledged to cut emissions linked to restaurants and offices 36% by 2030. Since then, emissions have dropped 8.5% below 2015 levels, the company said Monday.
McDonald’s said it will work with the United Nations Race to Zero campaign, which includes cities, regions, investors and more than 3,000 businesses targeting net zero emissions by 2050 at the latest, as well as the Science Based Targets Initiative.
The company said it will increase emissions reductions already underway and give teams in different regions some control over the strategies used to hit the net-zero target, like renewable energy, regenerative farming and sustainable packaging.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is McDonald's new target for reducing its environmental impact?
What is McDonald's new target for reducing its environmental impact?
McDonald's is now aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its operations by 2050. This goal represents a more ambitious commitment than its previous target for emissions reduction.
Q.How has McDonald's emissions reduction progress been since its previous pledge?
How has McDonald's emissions reduction progress been since its previous pledge?
Since McDonald's set its previous emissions reduction pledge three years ago, its emissions have fallen by 8.5%. This figure is measured against the 2015 baseline level, according to the company.
Q.Which organisations will McDonald's collaborate with to achieve its net-zero goal?
Which organisations will McDonald's collaborate with to achieve its net-zero goal?
McDonald's plans to work with the United Nations Race to Zero campaign, which involves various entities aiming for net-zero. It will also collaborate with the Science Based Targets Initiative to reach its environmental targets.
Q.What methods might McDonald's use to help reach its net-zero target?
What methods might McDonald's use to help reach its net-zero target?
McDonald's will explore various strategies including the use of renewable energy, implementing regenerative farming practices, and developing sustainable packaging solutions. Regional teams will have some control over these methods.
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