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Columbia Sportswear Company, a leading name in the wearing apparel and furs industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a pioneer in outdoor gear, specialising in high-performance clothing, footwear, and accessories designed for adventure enthusiasts. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Columbia is renowned for its innovative technologies, such as Omni-Heat™ and Omni-Tech™, which enhance comfort and protection in various weather conditions.
The brand's commitment to quality and functionality has earned it a prominent market position, making it a preferred choice for outdoor activities. Notable achievements include a diverse product range that caters to both casual and extreme outdoor pursuits, ensuring that Columbia Sportswear remains synonymous with durability and style in the outdoor apparel sector.
18
DitchCarbon score
-16 vs industry average
Columbia Sportswear’s score of 18 is lower than 26% 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
Low
Apparel Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.215
20182025
The Apparel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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Columbia Sportswear's reported carbon emissions
Columbia Sportswear, a US-based wearing apparel company, reported its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions for 2022. The company's Scope 1 emissions were 5,498,000 kg CO2e, and its Scope 2 emissions were 16,853,000 kg CO2e, resulting in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of 22,351,000 kg CO2e.
In prior years, Columbia Sportswear disclosed some Scope 3 emissions data. For 2020, total Scope 3 emissions were 400,105,000 kg CO2e, and for 2019, they were 455,882,000 kg CO2e. In 2015, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 1,707,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 12,026,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 2,479,000 kg CO2e.
Columbia Sportswear has not set any Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) reduction targets, nor has it signed The Climate Pledge. The company's emissions data is directly reported by Columbia Sportswear Company, without cascading from a parent organisation.
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Columbia Sportswear’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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