McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan), Ltd., commonly referred to as McDonald's Japan, is a leading player in the fast-food industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1971, the company has significantly shaped the Japanese dining landscape, offering a unique blend of Western fast-food culture with local flavours. With a strong presence across major urban regions, McDonald's Japan is renowned for its core products, including the iconic Big Mac and a variety of seasonal menu items that cater to local tastes. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as introducing innovative ordering systems and expanding its delivery services, solidifying its market position as a frontrunner in the competitive fast-food sector. McDonald's Japan continues to thrive by adapting to consumer preferences while maintaining the quality and consistency that the brand is known for globally.
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In 2023, McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan), Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 331,913,000 kg CO2e, comprising 291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 331,622,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a significant reduction from 2018, when the company recorded approximately 395,344,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions and 435,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions. Despite these reductions, McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan) has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of formal reduction targets indicates a potential area for future commitment in their climate strategy. Overall, while McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan) has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, the lack of comprehensive Scope 3 data and formal reduction targets suggests that further efforts are needed to enhance their climate commitments.
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2018 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 435,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 395,344,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan), Ltd. 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.