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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, headquartered in Germany and operating in the Rubber and Plastic Products industry, reported total emissions of approximately 6.36 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 20.84 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 107.14 million kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 2, and about 6.24 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions include purchased goods and services (approximately 5.62 billion kg CO2e), use of sold products (about 1.13 billion kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 383.81 million kg CO2e).
In 2024, Adidas's total emissions were about 5.38 billion kg CO2e, comprising approximately 20.84 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, about 114.97 million kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 2, and roughly 5.25 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Looking back to 2023, the company's total emissions were about 5.10 billion kg CO2e, with approximately 21.78 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, about 142.46 million kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 2, and around 4.94 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Adidas has committed to significant climate targets. They aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire value chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. As part of their near-term goals, Adidas (through its entity Adidas AG) is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2022 base year. They also aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% within the same timeframe, covering categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, transportation, business travel, and end-of-life treatment of sold products.
Further, Adidas AG has a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2025 from a 2017 base year, and a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030 from a 2017 base year. The company also intends to achieve climate neutrality (CO2e) across its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025.
Long-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year, and reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. These commitments and targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with their near-term and long-term targets classified as consistent with a 1.5°C trajectory.
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
adidas AG commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe.
2030
70% reduction in Scope 2
adidas AG commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 70% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
2030
70% reduction in Scope 1
adidas AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 70% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
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