Adidas Sustainability Profile
Adidas AG, commonly known as Adidas, is a leading global sportswear manufacturer headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany. Founded in 1949 by Adolf Dassler, the company has established itself as a powerhouse in the athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment industry. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Adidas is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to sustainability. The brand's core products include performance footwear, sports apparel, and accessories, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and iconic three-stripe logo. Adidas has achieved significant milestones, such as being the official sponsor of major sporting events and partnerships with high-profile athletes and designers. As a market leader, Adidas continues to shape the future of sports fashion while maintaining a focus on quality and performance.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Adidas's score of 90 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Adidas's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Adidas reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5.38 billion kg CO2e, comprising 20,844,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,181,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 5.25 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 5.10 billion kg CO2e. Adidas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Near-term targets include a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, measured against a 2022 baseline, and a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Furthermore, the company is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2025 from a 2017 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated Adidas's goals as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,908,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 125,502,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,055,633,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Adidas's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Adidas's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 26% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 90% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Adidas's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Adidas has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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