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Adidas AG, a global leader in the rubber and plastic products industry, is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany (DE). Founded in 1949, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sportswear, footwear, and accessories, catering to athletes and fashion enthusiasts alike. 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 offerings include high-performance athletic shoes, apparel, and equipment, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and iconic three-stripe logo. Over the years, Adidas has achieved significant milestones, including collaborations with top athletes and designers, solidifying its market position as a trendsetter in the sports industry. With a focus on quality and performance, Adidas continues to inspire and empower individuals to push their limits.
+56 vs industry average
Adidas’s score of 75 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rubber and Plastic Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Rubber and Plastic Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Adidas, a German company in the rubber and plastic products industry, reported total emissions of approximately 6.36 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 20.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 107.1 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and around 6.24 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services (about 5.62 billion kg CO2e), use of sold products (approximately 1.13 billion kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (around 383.8 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, Adidas's total emissions were approximately 5.38 billion kg CO2e in 2024, and about 5.10 billion kg CO2e in 2023.
Adidas has set several climate commitments:
All emissions data and reduction targets are directly reported by Adidas AG and are not cascaded from a parent or related organisation.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
adidas AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year.
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
adidas AG commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year. *The target boundary includes land-related…
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
adidas AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year.
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