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AFC Ajax NV Sustainability Profile

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AFC Ajax NV, commonly known as Ajax, is a prominent Dutch professional football club headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1900, Ajax has established itself as a powerhouse in the football industry, renowned for its rich history and commitment to developing young talent through its esteemed youth academy. The club competes in the Eredivisie, the top tier of Dutch football, and has achieved significant milestones, including multiple league titles and European successes. Ajax is celebrated for its unique playing style, often referred to as "Total Football," which emphasises fluid movement and teamwork. With a strong market position, Ajax continues to be a formidable force in both domestic and international competitions, consistently attracting a passionate fan base and contributing to the global football landscape.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

AFC Ajax NV's score of 30 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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AFC Ajax NV's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, AFC Ajax NV reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,340 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,324.93 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. The organisation's Scope 2 emissions, related to the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling, accounted for a significant 22,026,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain, totalled about 1,888.45 kg CO2e. Currently, AFC Ajax NV has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The absence of cascading emissions data suggests that the organisation is independently reporting its emissions without influence from a parent company. As the climate landscape evolves, it will be crucial for AFC Ajax NV to consider setting measurable targets to enhance its sustainability efforts and align with industry standards.

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2022
Scope 1
1,324.93
Scope 2
22,026,000
Scope 3
1,888.45

How Carbon Intensive is AFC Ajax NV's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. AFC Ajax NV's primary industry is Recreation and Sports Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is AFC Ajax NV's Location?

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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. This request for AFC Ajax NV is in NL, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

AFC Ajax NV's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

AFC Ajax NV has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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