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Keen

Keen, Inc., commonly known as Keen Footwear, is a prominent player in the outdoor footwear industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2003, the company has made significant strides in creating innovative and sustainable products, particularly known for their distinctive sandals and hiking shoes that blend comfort with functionality. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, Keen focuses on eco-friendly practices, utilising recycled materials and promoting responsible manufacturing. Their unique toe protection design sets them apart in the market, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts seeking durability and style. Keen has garnered recognition for its commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement, solidifying its position as a leader in outdoor footwear. The brand continues to inspire adventure while prioritising sustainability, making it a favourite among eco-conscious consumers.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Keen's score of 25 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Keen's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Keen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,214,000 kg CO2e, comprising 228,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 986,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2021, where they were about 85,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions remained relatively stable at approximately 938,000 kg CO2e. Keen has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of defined reduction strategies suggests a need for further development in their sustainability efforts. Overall, Keen's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions to enhance their climate impact.

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Scope 1
85,000
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Scope 2
938,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Keen's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Keen is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Keen 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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