Columbia Sportswear
Columbia Sportswear Company, commonly known as Columbia, is a leading American outdoor apparel and footwear brand headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a key player in the outdoor industry, specialising in innovative products designed for outdoor enthusiasts. Columbia's extensive range includes jackets, footwear, and accessories, renowned for their advanced technologies such as Omni-Heat™ and Omni-Tech™, which enhance performance in various weather conditions. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Columbia has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its Mountain Hardwear and Sorel brands. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, positioning itself as a trusted choice for adventurers seeking reliable gear. Columbia's dedication to innovation and performance has solidified its market position as a leader in outdoor apparel.
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Columbia Sportswear's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Columbia Sportswear reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,351,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,498,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 16,853,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Comparatively, in 2020, Columbia's total emissions were about 411,718,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for approximately 400,105,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reliance on upstream activities for their carbon footprint. In 2019, the total emissions were approximately 468,594,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions again dominating at about 455,882,000 kg CO2e. Columbia Sportswear has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor has it committed to any formal climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for enhanced climate action strategies within the company. Overall, while Columbia Sportswear has made strides in reporting its emissions, the lack of comprehensive Scope 3 data and formal reduction commitments highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate strategy.
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| 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,707,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,026,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,479,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Columbia Sportswear is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
