Li Ning Company Limited, commonly known as Li Ning, is a prominent Chinese sportswear brand headquartered in Beijing, CN. Founded in 1990 by Olympic gymnast Li Ning, the company has established itself as a key player in the athletic apparel and footwear industry, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region. Li Ning offers a diverse range of products, including performance sportswear, footwear, and accessories, distinguished by their innovative designs and advanced technology. The brand is renowned for its commitment to quality and functionality, catering to both professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With a strong market presence, Li Ning has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with international sports events and endorsements from high-profile athletes. As a result, it has solidified its position as a leading sports brand in China and is increasingly gaining recognition on the global stage.
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Li Ning's score of 34 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Li Ning Company Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,385,080 kg CO2e. This total comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 1,313,140 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (approximately 854,770 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (approximately 454,060 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, resulting from purchased electricity, accounted for about 5,973,720 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were approximately 98,220 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 6,512,800 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 506,180 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,900,320 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 106,300 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Li Ning has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent organization, and its climate strategy remains unspecified. As such, further details on their long-term climate goals or reduction strategies are currently unavailable.
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| 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,042,460 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,245,130 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000 |
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.
Li Ning 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.


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