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Borussia, officially known as Borussia Dortmund, is a prominent football club headquartered in Dortmund, Germany. Established in 1909, the club has a rich history and has become a significant player in the sports industry, particularly in the Bundesliga, Germany's top football league.
With a strong focus on professional football, Borussia Dortmund is renowned for its passionate fan base and iconic yellow and black colours. The club has achieved notable milestones, including multiple Bundesliga titles and a UEFA Champions League victory in 1997.
In addition to its competitive spirit, Borussia is committed to community engagement and youth development, making it a unique entity in the sports sector. Its market position is bolstered by a robust global following and a reputation for nurturing young talent, solidifying its status as a leader in the football industry.
+38 vs industry average
Borussia’s score of 74 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Borussia, a German company in the "Other business services (74)" industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 45,538,000 kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 1,022,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 1,073,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 43,443,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services (18,167,000 kg CO2e), use of sold products (15,536,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (4,213,000 kg CO2e).
In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 45,496,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 1,036,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 1,465,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 42,995,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions were around 34,486,200 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 1,199,100 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 1,222,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 32,065,100 kg CO2e.
Borussia has set ambitious climate commitments. They aim to be carbon-neutral (market-based) for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040. The company has also committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) with near-term and long-term goals. For near-term, Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co.KGaA commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50.0% by FY2030 from a FY2024 base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 15.0% within the same timeframe. For long-term, they commit to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 100.0% by FY2040 from a FY2024 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90.0% by FY2045 from a FY2024 base year. Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co.KGaA also commits to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY2045.
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2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co.KGaA commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.0% by FY2030 from a FY2024 base year.
2040
100% reduction in Scope 2
Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co.KGaA commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 100.0% by FY2040 from a FY2024 base year.
2040
100% reduction in Scope 1
Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co.KGaA commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 100.0% by FY2040 from a FY2024 base year.
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