Public Profile

Birkenstock

Birkenstock, officially known as Birkenstock GmbH & Co. KG, is a renowned footwear manufacturer headquartered in Germany. Established in 1774, the company has evolved into a leader in the comfort footwear industry, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Birkenstock is celebrated for its iconic sandals, featuring the distinctive cork-latex footbed that provides exceptional support and comfort. This unique design has positioned the brand as a pioneer in orthopaedic footwear, appealing to both fashion-conscious consumers and those seeking functional footwear solutions. With a rich history marked by innovation and quality, Birkenstock has garnered a loyal global following and continues to set trends in the footwear market, solidifying its status as a symbol of comfort and style.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Birkenstock'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Birkenstock's score of 20 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Birkenstock's reported carbon emissions

Birkenstock, headquartered in Germany (DE), currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their emissions in kg CO2e, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. However, the company is committed to addressing climate change through various initiatives. While no specific reduction targets or achievements have been disclosed, Birkenstock's focus on sustainability suggests an ongoing effort to enhance their environmental performance. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the need for transparency in corporate climate commitments, which is increasingly important in the footwear industry. As the company continues to develop its sustainability strategies, stakeholders can anticipate future disclosures that may outline their carbon footprint and reduction goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Birkenstock's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Birkenstock is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Birkenstock is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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