Borussia
Borussia Dortmund, commonly referred to as BVB, is a prominent German football club headquartered in Dortmund, Germany. Founded in 1909, the club has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including multiple Bundesliga titles and a UEFA Champions League victory in 1997. Operating primarily in the sports industry, Borussia Dortmund is renowned for its competitive football team, which plays in the top tier of German football, the Bundesliga. The club's unique selling points include its passionate fan base, iconic yellow and black colours, and a commitment to developing young talent through its academy. With a strong market position, Borussia Dortmund consistently ranks among the top clubs in Europe, celebrated for its vibrant matchday atmosphere and impressive home stadium, Signal Iduna Park. The club's achievements and dedication to excellence continue to solidify its status as a leading force in international football.
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Borussia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co. KGaA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,494,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,036 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,465 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 42,994,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are driven by employee commuting (approximately 88,269,000 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (about 48,032,000 kg CO2e). The club has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2040 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they plan to nearly halve their location-based emissions for these scopes by the 2029/2030 season compared to the 2023/2024 season. This target reflects a 50% reduction goal, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability. Borussia Dortmund is also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a long-term net-zero target set for 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. Their previous initiatives have successfully reduced CO2 emissions by 81,365 tonnes, equivalent to one tonne per seat, achieved by the end of 2019. Overall, Borussia Dortmund is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established a clear roadmap for achieving its climate goals, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability in the sports industry.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,085.6 | 0,000.0 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000.0 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,340.7 | 0,000.0 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000.0 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000.0 | 00,000.0 |
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