Arsenal Football Club, commonly referred to as Arsenal, is a prestigious professional football club based in Islington, London, GB. Founded in 1886, Arsenal has established itself as a powerhouse in the English Premier League and European football, boasting a rich history filled with notable achievements, including multiple league titles and FA Cups. The club's core operations revolve around professional football, youth development, and community engagement, with a strong emphasis on nurturing talent through its academy. Arsenal's unique playing style and commitment to attacking football have garnered a loyal global fanbase. With a state-of-the-art stadium, the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal continues to maintain a prominent market position, consistently competing at the highest levels of domestic and international football.
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In 2024, Arsenal reported carbon emissions of approximately 2,956,220 kg CO2e globally, with 132,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity in Great Britain. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 20,822,220 kg CO2e globally, including Scope 1 emissions of 1,477,200 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 2,136,230 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 86,500 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Arsenal has committed to significant climate action, signing the UN Sports for Climate Action Framework in March 2023. The club aims for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030 and targets net zero by 2040. These commitments reflect a long-term strategy to address climate change and align with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is cascaded from Arsenal Holdings Limited, the parent organization, ensuring a comprehensive view of the club's environmental impact. Arsenal's ongoing efforts demonstrate a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint while engaging with broader climate initiatives.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,401,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 
| Scope 2 | 2,014,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 0,000,000  | 
| Scope 3 | 2,000  | 00,000  | -  | -  | 
Arsenal's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 1% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Arsenal 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.
