Brooks Running Sustainability Profile
Brooks Running Company, commonly referred to as Brooks, is a leading player in the athletic footwear and apparel industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1914, Brooks has evolved from a small sports shoe manufacturer to a prominent brand known for its dedication to running. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, the company focuses on creating high-performance running shoes, apparel, and accessories tailored for runners of all levels. Brooks is renowned for its innovative technologies, such as the DNA cushioning system, which provides personalised comfort and support. The brand has consistently achieved recognition for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, solidifying its position as a trusted choice among running enthusiasts. With numerous awards for product excellence, Brooks continues to inspire runners worldwide, making strides in both performance and environmental responsibility.
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Brooks Running's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Brooks Running reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 172,863,000 kg CO2e. This includes 1,171,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,213,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 170,477,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 124,524,400 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (about 17,839,000 kg CO2e). Brooks Running has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040. Additionally, Brooks Running aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 52% per unit of production by 2030 and by 97% per unit of production by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Brooks Running's commitment to sustainable practices within the textiles, apparel, and footwear sector. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Brooks Sports, Inc., which is part of the Berkshire Hathaway Inc. corporate family.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 169,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,329,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 231,504,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Brooks Running's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Brooks Running's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 38% last year and decreased by approximately 26% since 2018, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Brooks Running'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.
Brooks Running 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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