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 2024, Borussia Dortmund reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 42,994,900 kg CO2e. This includes emissions from capital goods (about 6,275,120 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 882,690 kg CO2e), and the use of sold products (around 17,999,690 kg CO2e). Scope 1 emissions were reported at about 1,036,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,464,900 kg CO2e (market-based). Borussia Dortmund is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The club is actively developing strategies to meet this target, which aligns with their long-term goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. This commitment reflects their dedication to sustainability and responsible environmental practices within the sports industry. The club's emissions intensity has been monitored, with a reported intensity of 81,365 stadium seats per home match for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating a focus on reducing their carbon footprint in relation to their operational scale.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,085,600 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,340,700 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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