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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Adidas reported total carbon 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. This marked an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 5,101,618,000 kg CO2e. Adidas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2025 from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving climate neutrality across its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025. For the longer term, Adidas aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. The company is also focused on reducing Scope 3 emissions, with a target to decrease these emissions by 42% by 2030. Overall, Adidas's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas 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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