Mastercard's Role in Sustainable Consumption
Ellen Jackowsky, Mastercard’s Chief Sustainability Officer, discusses the role of payment processors in reducing carbon emissions and highlights Mastercard's strategic initiatives and consumer trends driving sustainability in the financial sector.
In a recent episode of "Invested with Climate," hosted by Jason Rissman, Ellen Jackowsky, Chief Sustainability Officer at Mastercard, highlighted the significant role payment processing companies like Mastercard play in promoting sustainable consumption. With a network that reaches nearly half the world's population, Mastercard's influence is vast and uniquely positioned to drive change in consumer behavior towards more environmentally friendly practices.
Jackowsky provided alarming statistics to underline the urgent need for action: 17% of all food at consumer levels is wasted, clothing production has doubled in the last 15 years while garments are discarded quicker, and aviation contributes significantly to global emissions. She stressed that the next generation of consumers is increasingly demanding substantial action from businesses and governments, which is reshaping the market. Importantly, 85% of consumers are willing to personally combat environmental issues, indicating a shift away from fast fashion driven by younger consumers aware of their impact on climate change.
Furthermore, Jackowsky discussed Mastercard's own sustainability efforts, emphasizing the challenges and progress in reducing emissions, particularly in data centers which are pivotal in the company’s operations. Despite substantial growth, Mastercard has managed to minimize the increase in its emissions, demonstrating a promising start to decoupling its expansion from its environmental impact.
This insight into Mastercard's strategy and the broader market dynamics offers a crucial perspective for venture capital investors. It illustrates a growing sector within financial services that prioritizes sustainability, presenting opportunities for investments in technologies and platforms that support this shift towards greener consumer behaviors.
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