MDP takes the lead in launching the Mastercard Carbon Calculator in Egypt

  • Date: 20-Dec-2023
  • Source: Zawya
  • Sector:Oil & Gas
  • Country:Egypt
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MDP takes the lead in launching the Mastercard Carbon Calculator in Egypt

- The Carbon Calculator is part of Mastercard's global sustainability and climate efforts

Cairo, Egypt: Mastercard has partnered with MDP to launch the first Carbon Calculator in Egypt, enabling customers to understand and consider the environmental impact of their purchases.

The solution will be available to MDP’s customers, offering them a simple and convenient way to measure their estimated carbon footprint generated by card purchases. Powered by the independently verified Doconomy Åland Index, The Mastercard Carbon Calculator provides users with their estimated carbon emissions to help drive more informed purchasing decisions and can be enhanced with relatable and easy-to-understand comparisons, such as the number of trees required to absorb a relative amount of CO2, and tips about living more sustainably.

“In line with MDP’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions, we are delighted to collaborate with Mastercard to introduce the Carbon Calculator in Egypt. This will be a significant step in leveraging MDP’s network to promote responsible practices & a sustainable future. As our customers respond to increased consumer desire to make more eco-friendly choices, we are making a firm commitment to reducing our environmental footprint. Every single transaction we can make towards a greener world, matters,” said Ahmed Nafie, CEO at MDP

“This partnership