Borussia Sustainability Profile
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 45,495,800 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,036,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,464,900 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 42,994,900 kg CO2e. The latter includes categories such as the use of sold products (approximately 17,999,690 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 12,722,380 kg CO2e). In 2023, the organisation's emissions were reported at approximately 34,486,200 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,199,100 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 1,222,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 32,065,100 kg CO2e. Borussia Dortmund has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality (market-based) by 2040 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they have set a target to nearly halve their location-based emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the 2029/2030 season compared to the 2023/2024 season. This represents a significant reduction target of about 50%. The organisation is committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has pledged to reach net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Their previous initiatives have successfully reduced CO2 emissions by 81,365 tonnes, equivalent to one tonne per seat, by the end of 2019. Overall, Borussia Dortmund is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability within its operations, aligning with industry standards and climate action goals.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,115,800 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,543,200 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Borussia's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Borussia's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 34% last year and increased by approximately 34% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 42% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Borussia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Borussia has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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