McZero? McDonalds commits to achieving net zero across entire global business by 2050

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McDonald's first zero emission restaurant is set to open next month in Shropshire | Credit:McDonald's
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McDonald's first zero emission restaurant is set to open next month in Shropshire | Credit:McDonald's

UK and Ireland boss declares 'this new Plan for Change is not just our sustainability strategy, it's our business priority', as company pledges to deliver net zero in the UK by 2040

McDonald's today announced its commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 across its global corporation, with the UK & Ireland branch of the business aiming to lead the way by achieving net zero...

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