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JD Sports Fashion Plc, commonly known as JD Sports, is a leading retailer in the sporting goods industry, headquartered in Greater Manchester, GB. Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the market, specialising in sports fashion and footwear. With a strong presence across the UK and expanding operations in Europe and Asia, JD Sports offers a diverse range of products, including athletic apparel, trainers, and accessories from renowned brands.
What sets JD Sports apart is its commitment to providing the latest trends in sportswear, catering to both performance and lifestyle needs. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. Recognised for its innovative retail strategies and customer engagement, JD Sports continues to thrive as a go-to destination for sports enthusiasts and fashion-forward consumers alike.
76
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Industry Intensity
Low
Sporting Goods Stores has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Sporting Goods Stores industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Jd Sports's reported carbon emissions
JD Sports's Climate Commitments & Emissions Performance (GB)
In 2025, JD Sports reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3.42 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 10.04 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of 79.80 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 3.33 billion kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 include purchased goods and services (approximately 2.65 billion kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (226.12 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, JD Sports's total emissions were approximately 5.93 billion kg CO2e in 2024, approximately 5.65 billion kg CO2e in 2023, approximately 4.55 billion kg CO2e in 2022, approximately 4.20 billion kg CO2e in 2021, and approximately 4.33 billion kg CO2e in 2020. The 2025 data shows a significant reduction compared to 2024 and 2023, largely driven by a decrease in Scope 3 emissions.
JD Sports, whose headquarters is in GB and operates within the Sporting Goods Stores industry, has set ambitious Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals. These targets are cascaded from its ultimate parent, JD Sports Fashion Plc. The company commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 67.2% by 2035 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, JD Sports aims to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 45.9% in 2019-20 to 100% by 2025-26. For Scope 3, JD Sports commits to ensure that 74.0% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2031.
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Jd Sports’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2035
67.2% reduction in Scope 1
JD Sports Fashion PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 67.2% by 2035 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target67.2%
2035
67.2% reduction in Scope 2
JD Sports Fashion PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 67.2% by 2035 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target67.2%
2031
74% reduction in scope 3 upstream
JD Sports Fashion PLC also commits that 74.0% of its suppliers by emissions covering purchased goods and services and upstream transportatio…
Insufficient data74%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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