Nike, Inc., a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel, is headquartered in the United States, specifically in Beaverton, Oregon. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports, the company rebranded to Nike in 1971, marking a significant milestone in its evolution. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Nike operates within the sportswear industry, focusing on innovative products that enhance athletic performance. The brand is renowned for its cutting-edge footwear, apparel, and equipment, distinguished by its iconic Swoosh logo and commitment to quality. Nike's dedication to sustainability and technological advancements, such as the use of Flyknit and Air technology, sets it apart in a competitive market. As a dominant player in the industry, Nike consistently achieves remarkable sales figures and maintains a loyal customer base, solidifying its position as a top choice for athletes and fitness enthusiasts worldwide.
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Nike's score of 65 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Nike reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,466,520,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 59,672,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 11,051,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant 16,546,214,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The latter category encompasses emissions from business travel, employee commuting, and the use of sold products, among others. Nike has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its owned or operated facilities by 2030, primarily through the use of 100% renewable electricity and fleet electrification. This target is aligned with their Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline, while also targeting a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Nike is committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, contributing to global efforts to limit warming to below 1.5°C. As of 2023, Nike has already achieved a 69% reduction in emissions from its owned and operated facilities since 2020, demonstrating progress towards its near-term goals.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 35,624,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 228,770,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,727,172,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Nike is participating in some 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.