Adidas
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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Adidas's score of 90 is higher than 96% 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 5,384,337,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 5,248,523,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 20,844,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 114,970,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, Adidas aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with interim targets of a 70% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, both measured against a 2022 baseline. In 2023, Adidas's total emissions were approximately 5,101,618,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions again being the largest contributor at about 4,937,382,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts. Adidas's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2017 base year. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, which are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Adidas is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and climate neutrality, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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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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