Asics Sustainability Profile
Asics Corporation, commonly known as Asics, is a leading global sportswear brand headquartered in Kobe, Japan. Founded in 1949, the company has established itself as a key player in the athletic footwear and apparel industry, with a strong presence in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. Asics is renowned for its innovative running shoes, performance apparel, and accessories, designed to enhance athletic performance while prioritising comfort and support. The brand's commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including the introduction of its GEL technology, which revolutionised cushioning in sports footwear. With a reputation for quality and performance, Asics consistently ranks among the top athletic brands worldwide, appealing to both professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.
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Asics's score of 84 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Asics's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, ASICS Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 793.6 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 14.3 million kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 776 million kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 651.2 million kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 32.1 million kg CO2e). ASICS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and end-of-life treatment of sold products by the same percentage over the same timeframe. Additionally, ASICS has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by ASICS Corporation. The commitment to sustainability is further underscored by their participation in initiatives aimed at limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,664,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,194,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Asics's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Asics's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 2% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Asics'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.
Asics has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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