Mars’ Chief Science Officer Harold Schmitz discusses the biggest challenges in food, agriculture and health With the population growing and the climate changing, our food, agriculture and health systems are facing increasing strain. To do something about …
Mars leaders react to historic COP21 achievement: “It’s just the beginning” After two weeks of intense negotiations at COP21 in Paris, a meaningful global deal on climate change is finally in place. Mars celebrates this remarkable step towards securing a …
Associates give Grant Reid an approval rating of 99% We are immensely proud to learn that Glassdoor, the leading jobs and recruiting site, has named Mars’ own Grant Reid as one of the most well liked CEOs in the Greater Washington area, with an Associate …
Next week Mars, Inc. will be attending the UN Climate Talks in Paris. Here we explain what it all means and why we want to be there You’ve probably heard a lot about COP21 recently. Global leaders descending on Paris? Talks that will finally solve climate …
New book celebrates the world’s most beloved treat through the ages Who doesn’t love chocolate? According to Great Moments in Chocolate History, the answer is everyone from the ancient Aztecs to Marie Antoinette to George Washington enjoyed the delicious …
Mars Food helps drive new standard for sustainability In much of the world, we take rice for granted. We’ve got canisters of it in our cupboards, and it’s readily available in our stores. Indeed, we can take it or leave it as part of our daily meals. But …
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Recognizes Mars’ Efforts to Tackle Climate Change McLean, VIRGINIA (October 26, 2015) – The U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today revealed the 100 biggest green power users in the U.S, and Mars, Incorporated …
More than 60 companies sign up to pledge climate action at the White House “Summit on Climate and the Road through Paris” Washington D.C. USA (October 19, 2015) - Today, Mars and over 60 American companies have signed up to publicly support the American …
Heads of Chocolate and Food segments speak out about business values and diversity On both sides of the Atlantic last week, Mars leaders took to the stage to discuss the importance of running a business guided by strong principles. From a conference hall …
Food and Agriculture Organization & Mars join forces to strengthen food safety “If it’s not safe, it’s not food,” said Mars, Incorporated Vice President of Corporate Research & Development Dave Crean this week, upon signing a new partnership …
Fifth consecutive year that Mars is commended for workplace excellence From open offices where all Associates work together, regardless of position or hierarchy, to the option to bring pets in to work and opportunities to take part in overseas volunteer …
In a historic open letter to world leaders, executives of 10 leading food companies call for climate action Download full letter here The chief executives of the world’s leading food companies have published an open letter to global leaders pledging …
Mars, Incorporated have acquired the manufacturer and owner of iconic brands Conejos and Turin Virginia, U.S.A. (September 30, 2015) - Today, Mars has entered into an agreement to acquire Grupo Turin, the manufacturer of high- quality chocolates in Mexico …
Mars board member Pamela Mars-Wright with Global Sustainability Director Kevin Rabinovitch (at left) and Chief Sustainability Officer Barry Parkin at Climate Week NYC 2015 Mars family and board member calls on big business to go renewable for the future of …
Mars urges business and government leaders to drive toward concrete solutions on climate Climate change is one of the biggest threats to our planet and our way of life. Science tells us that each year it is causing more heatwaves and wildfires, deepening …
Mars is taking action on 17 initiatives that could transform the world Virginia, U.S.A. (September 28, 2015) - At the United Nations, 193 world leaders have committed to 17 Global Sustainable Development Goals, which aim to end hunger, fight poverty and …
McLean, VIRGINIA and Huairou, CHINA (September 24, 2015) – Convening governments, Associates and industry peers, Mars, Incorporated held the grand opening of the Global Food Safety Center in Huairou China on September 24, 2015. A pioneering, $15 million …
Virginia, U.S.A. (September 16, 2015) – Women play a crucial role in agriculture. Across the world, female farmers are integral to how we make many of our famous Mars products. We are committed to ensuring that we help improve the lives of those female …
Skittles vows to “Make Game Day Awesomer” in its second season as Official Sponsor of the NFL Illinois, U.S.A. (September 11, 2015) – To launch its second season as an Official Sponsor of the NFL, Skittles candy has vowed to “Make Game Day Awesomer” by …
Universities of Düsseldorf and Reading, along with Mars, have shown that cocoa flavanols can help keep our hearts healthy Dusseldorf, Germany (Sept. 9, 2015) - The University of Dusseldorf, the University of Reading and Mars, Incorporated have unveiled two …
