Columbia Sportswear Company, commonly known as Columbia, is a leading American outdoor apparel and footwear brand headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a key player in the outdoor industry, specialising in innovative products designed for outdoor enthusiasts. Columbia's extensive range includes jackets, footwear, and accessories, renowned for their advanced technologies such as Omni-Heat™ and Omni-Tech™, which enhance performance in various weather conditions. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Columbia has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its Mountain Hardwear and Sorel brands. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, positioning itself as a trusted choice for adventurers seeking reliable gear. Columbia's dedication to innovation and performance has solidified its market position as a leader in outdoor apparel.
How does Columbia Sportswear's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Columbia Sportswear's score of 29 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Columbia Sportswear reported total carbon emissions of approximately 400,105,000 kg CO2e, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 11,613,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions also at approximately 400,105,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently disclosed its emissions across all relevant scopes, including Scope 1, 2, and 3, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. In 2021, Columbia's total emissions were similar, with Scope 1 emissions again at about 11,613,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions remaining at approximately 400,105,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a stable approach to managing emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which often represents the largest share of a company's carbon footprint. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Columbia Sportswear has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. This lack of defined reduction goals suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its sustainability strategy and align with industry standards for climate action. Overall, Columbia Sportswear's emissions data reflects a significant environmental footprint, particularly in Scope 3, and highlights the need for more robust climate commitments to drive meaningful reductions in carbon emissions.
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2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,707,230 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 12,026,470 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 2,479,780 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Columbia Sportswear is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.