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 19 is lower than 82% 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 increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 3 emissions rising from about 347,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 316,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018. Bic Sport S.A. has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company is a current subsidiary of Bic Group, and its emissions data is cascaded from the parent organisation. However, there are no specific climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments reported. Overall, while Bic Sport S.A. has substantial emissions, particularly in Scope 3, it currently lacks defined reduction strategies or targets to address its carbon footprint.
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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.
