The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), commonly referred to as FIFA, is the global governing body for football, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Established in 1904, FIFA oversees the sport's international competitions, including the prestigious FIFA World Cup, which has become a hallmark of sporting excellence. FIFA operates across various regions, promoting football development and governance worldwide. Its core services include organising tournaments, setting the rules of the game, and fostering global football initiatives. Notably, FIFA has made significant strides in promoting women's football and enhancing the sport's integrity through various reforms. With a strong market position, FIFA continues to be a leader in the sports industry, driving innovation and engagement in football while maintaining a commitment to fair play and inclusivity.
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In 2024, the Fédération Internationale De Football Association (FIFA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,243,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion (about 16,053,233 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 465,561 kg CO2e). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services accounted for about 172,430 kg CO2e. Comparatively, FIFA's total emissions in 2023 were about 17,606,000 kg CO2e, while in 2022, the organisation reported a much higher total of approximately 35,503,000 kg CO2e, which included Scope 1 emissions of about 35,103,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 37,216,000 kg CO2e, and a staggering Scope 3 total of about 3,558,715,000 kg CO2e. FIFA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, with a target year of 2030 starting from 2023. Furthermore, FIFA is working towards achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. FIFA's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that the reported figures are independently sourced. The organisation's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing recognition of the need for climate action within the sports sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 109,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 516,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 68,415,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 |
Federation Internationale De Football Association's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Federation Internationale De Football Association has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

