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For the world

Preserving the planet

We are committed to driving our business toward net zero emissions and creating long-term value for businesses and people.

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A thriving economy requires a healthy planet

Through our environmental sustainability strategy, we are increasing efficiency, strengthening resilience and unlocking growth.
 

And we are offering innovative solutions that seek to enable our partners and consumers to achieve the same.

44%

reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from our 2016 base year, surpassing our target of 38% by 2025*

46%

reduction in Scope 3 emissions from our 2016 base year, surpassing our target of 20% by 2025

76%

of our top suppliers have committed to science-based targets by 2025, which is critical to meet our Scope 3 emissions reduction targets**

Source: Mastercard 2025 Impact Report

Reducing our greenhouse gas emissions

We aim to achieve net zero GHG emissions across our Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 2040.

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Environmentally conscious choices

We're activating the power of our networks to enable people to make more environmentally conscious choices.

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Building resilient communities

We’re helping people and small businesses strengthen their resilience to the impacts of climate change.

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Our key initiatives

Sustainability solutions that create value for all

We harness technology, data insights and partnerships to inspire, inform and enable environmentally conscious choices.

Priceless Planet Coalition

Uniting the efforts of merchants, banks, communities and consumers to help fund the restoration of 100 million trees.

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Carbon Calculator

The Carbon Calculator helps consumers track and reduce the carbon footprint of their purchases. 

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Digital First card programme

With digital cards, customers and consumers enjoy instant access, while reducing plastic from their wallets.

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Impact stories

Learn how Mastercard is working to preserve the planet.

2025 Impact Report

Download our report on Mastercard's impact for people, prosperity and the planet.

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* Calculated using location-based Scope 2 emissions.

** As a percentage of top emitting suppliers and reported through CDP, public reporting or supplier agreement