Decathlon
Decathlon S.A., commonly known as Decathlon, is a leading global retailer in the sporting goods industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1976, the company has expanded its operations across Europe, Asia, and beyond, establishing a strong presence in over 50 countries. Specialising in a wide range of sports equipment, apparel, and accessories, Decathlon is renowned for its commitment to innovation and affordability. The company offers unique in-house brands that cater to various sports, ensuring quality and accessibility for all athletes, from beginners to professionals. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Decathlon has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest sporting goods retailers worldwide. Its dedication to promoting an active lifestyle has solidified its market position as a trusted name in sports retail.
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Decathlon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Decathlon reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10,375,710,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 27,275,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 31,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,375,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3, which encompasses emissions from the entire value chain. Decathlon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2026 from a 2016 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 53% per value added over the same timeframe. By 2030, Decathlon aims for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions from a 2021 baseline, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Decathlon's commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, including ensuring that 90% of their suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2026.
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| 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,806,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 177,970,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,039,767,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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