Bic Sport S.A., a prominent player in the water sports industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1979, the company has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative water sports equipment, including stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, and windsurfing gear. Bic Sport is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, utilising advanced materials and production techniques that set its products apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on performance and user experience, the brand has garnered a loyal following among water sports enthusiasts. Over the years, Bic Sport has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted name in recreational water sports. The company continues to push the boundaries of innovation, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of the industry.
How does Bic Sport S.A.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Bic Sport S.A.'s score of 31 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, Bic Sport S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 232,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, which includes purchased goods and services. The company also emitted about 7,659,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and approximately 25,277,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 (market-based). This data reflects a significant carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are often the largest for companies in the consumer goods sector. Comparatively, in 2019, Bic Sport S.A. recorded about 347,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, alongside 9,278,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 36,549,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 (market-based). This indicates a reduction in Scope 3 emissions from 2019 to 2020, suggesting some progress in their sustainability efforts. Bic Sport S.A. does not currently have specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, nor are there any climate pledges noted. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, indicating that the figures are part of a broader corporate family relationship. The company is classified as a current subsidiary of Bic Sport S.A., which may influence its overall climate strategy and reporting. Overall, while Bic Sport S.A. has made strides in reducing its emissions, particularly in Scope 3, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate commitments.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,599,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 82,910,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 91,509,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Bic Sport S.A.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 33% last year and increased by approximately 154% since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" 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.
Bic Sport S.A. 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.


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