Mars, Incorporated

Mars has cut full value chain GHG emissions 16.9% since 2015 to 26.6 MtCO2e while growing revenue ~75%, and holds an SBTi-validated net-zero target for 2050 requiring 80% absolute Scope 1-3 reductions plus 20% neutralization, outpacing many peers still struggling to decouple growth from agricultural Scope 3 emissions. Its $1B climate commitment and $250M Sustainability Solutions Fund are deploying regenerative agroforestry, climate-smart dairy, grains, and palm-oil insetting programs with ADM, Fonterra, ofi, and others across 500,000+ acres to deliver over 550,000 mtCO2e annual reductions, advance 100% renewable electricity, and secure deforestation-free sourcing. These initiatives generate $46M in five-year returns, $36M in annual cost savings from yield gains, and potential carbon-credit revenue, converting insetting from a cost center into a direct revenue stream and economic catalyst. They also strengthen compliance with EU deforestation rules, build supply resilience, and improve ESG scores, protecting and enhancing Mars’ market position.