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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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73

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Adidas's score of 73 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Adidas's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Adidas reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,101,618,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 21,779,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 142,457,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 4,937,382,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. Notably, Adidas targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 from the same base year. Looking ahead, Adidas has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a near-term goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, alongside a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company aims for a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050, with the target boundaries encompassing biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Adidas's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the global textiles, apparel, and footwear sector.

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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

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Adidas's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Adidas is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Adidas is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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