Canyon Bicycles GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a prominent name in the cycling industry, specialising in the design, sale, maintenance, and repair of high-performance bicycles and related accessories. Established in 2002, the company has grown rapidly, becoming renowned for its innovative approach and direct-to-consumer sales model, primarily serving markets across Europe and beyond.
While primarily recognised for its cutting-edge road, mountain, and e-bikes, Canyon also offers a comprehensive range of parts and accessories, setting it apart through quality and technological integration. Its commitment to engineering excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned Canyon as a leading player in the competitive bicycle industry, continually pushing the boundaries of cycling performance and design.
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Canyon Bicycles GmbH’s score of 48 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Motor Vehicle Retail Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Canyon Bicycles GmbH's reported carbon emissions
Canyon Bicycles GmbH: Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments
Canyon Bicycles GmbH, a company based in Germany operating in the motor vehicle and motorcycle parts sales and repair industry, has established comprehensive climate commitments. In 2022, the company reported total global emissions of approximately 83.6 million kg CO2e. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions of about 726,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 88,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 82.8 million kg CO2e.
Climate Targets:
Canyon Bicycles GmbH is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2050. This ambitious goal is supported by specific near-term and long-term reduction targets, aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory:
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Near-Term Targets (by 2032, from a 2022 base year):
- A 51% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions.
- A 58.2% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions per bicycle produced.
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Long-Term Targets (by 2050, from a 2022 base year):
- A 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions.
- A 97% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions per bicycle produced.
These targets were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has also noted that its target boundary includes biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks.
Emissions Data Scope:
The reported emissions data for 2022 covers Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. However, it is noted that data for Scope 3 categories, specifically "purchased goods and services," was missing.
Data Sourcing:
The emissions and climate target data for Canyon Bicycles GmbH are sourced directly from the company itself. While the company is a subsidiary, its emissions reporting and climate commitments are not cascaded from a parent organisation in the provided information.
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Canyon Bicycles GmbH’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2032
58.2% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Canyon Bicycles GmbH commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 58.2% per bicycle produced within the same timeframe.
2032
51% reduction in Scope 1
Canyon Bicycles GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 51% by 2032 from a 2022 base year.
2032
51% reduction in Scope 2
Canyon Bicycles GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 51% by 2032 from a 2022 base year.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2022
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