Public Profile

Canyon Bicycles GmbH

Canyon Bicycles GmbH, commonly known as Canyon, is a leading manufacturer of high-performance bicycles headquartered in Koblenz, Germany. Established in 1985, the company has made significant strides in the cycling industry, particularly in the realms of road, mountain, and triathlon bikes. Canyon is renowned for its direct-to-consumer sales model, which allows for competitive pricing without compromising on quality. With a strong presence across Europe and expanding operations in North America, Canyon has positioned itself as a key player in the cycling market. The brand is celebrated for its innovative designs and cutting-edge technology, offering a range of products that cater to both amateur cyclists and professional athletes. Notable achievements include multiple awards for design and performance, solidifying Canyon's reputation as a pioneer in the cycling community.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Canyon Bicycles GmbH's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Canyon Bicycles GmbH's score of 26 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Canyon Bicycles GmbH's reported carbon emissions

Canyon Bicycles GmbH, headquartered in Germany, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2050. Although specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets based on a 2022 baseline. Canyon Bicycles aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 51% by 2032. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 58.2% per bicycle produced within the same timeframe. For the long term, Canyon Bicycles has set a target to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per bicycle produced by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Canyon Bicycles' commitment reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the consumer durables sector, positioning the company as a leader in climate action in the cycling industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Canyon Bicycles GmbH's primary industry is Sale, maintenance, repair of motor vehicles, motor vehicles parts, motorcycles, motor cycles parts and accessoiries, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Canyon Bicycles GmbH is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Canyon Bicycles GmbH is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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