Brooks Running
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 carbon emissions of approximately 172,863,000 kg CO2e. This figure 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). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 275,869,000 kg CO2e, indicating a notable reduction in emissions year-on-year. Brooks Running has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline, alongside a 52% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of production within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions 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, footwear, and luxury goods sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are 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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