Li Ning Company Limited, commonly known as Li Ning, is a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, specifically focusing on sports apparel and footwear. Headquartered in China (CN), the company has established a significant presence across various regions, including Asia and beyond. Founded in 1990 by the Olympic gymnast Li Ning, the brand has achieved notable milestones, including its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2004.
Li Ning is renowned for its innovative sports products, which blend traditional Chinese culture with modern athletic performance. The company offers a diverse range of items, from high-performance footwear to stylish activewear, setting itself apart through unique designs and advanced technology. With a strong market position, Li Ning has garnered recognition for its commitment to quality and has become a favourite among athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Li Ning's reported carbon emissions
Li Ning, an organisation operating within the retail trade services sector (excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, and including repair services for personal and household goods), based in CN, reported a total of approximately 7.39 billion kg CO2e for the fiscal year 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions totalling about 1.31 billion kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (approximately 854.77 million kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (approximately 454.06 million kg CO2e), along with Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5.97 billion kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 98.22 million kg CO2e, attributed to indirect emissions from company bus oil consumption. In 2022, Li Ning's total emissions were approximately 6.51 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 506.18 million kg CO2e, predominantly from stationary combustion (approximately 502.88 million kg CO2e), and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5.90 billion kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 amounted to approximately 106.30 million kg CO2e, specifically from employee commutes. For the fiscal year 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 634.56 million kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (around 630.31 million kg CO2e), and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.86 billion kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Scope 3 emissions data was not disclosed for this year. In 2020, Li Ning reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 623.38 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.11 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for 2020. The company's emissions reporting for 2019 indicates Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 6.71 billion kg CO2e. Prior to this, for 2018, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were reported at approximately 7.29 billion kg CO2e. Li Ning has not yet disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments, such as through SBTi or the Climate Pledge. Further details on their climate strategy and initiatives would be available in their sustainability reports.
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