Mars : Net Zero by 2050
PROCUREMENT
Mars : Net Zero by 2050
Transitioning to 100 % renewable energy By changing how they power their factories , offices and veterinary hospitals , addressing energy used by farmers , how they source ingredients and even the energy used by customers and by consumers and pet owners at home .
Redesigning supply chains to stop deforestation By enhancing transparency and traceability of key ingredients such as cocoa , soy , and beef .
Scaling up initiatives in climate-smart agriculture By working with farmers on regenerative agriculture , optimising sourcing , and switching to renewables .
Optimising recipes Developing new lower GHG-footprint ingredients for snacks and human-food dishes , as well as alternative proteins for pet food .
Improving and optimising logistics Redesigning networks , the type of transport they rely on and the energy sources used , like electrification of vehicles or potential green hydrogen .
Embedding climate action in the business Embedding climate reductions into their governance and business planning , including it as a shareholder objective , in variable remuneration plans of senior executives , in investment planning processes , and in merger and acquisition strategies .
116 February 2024