National Football League, Inc. (NFL) is the premier professional American football league, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1920, the NFL has grown to become a dominant force in the sports industry, with significant operations across North America and a global fanbase. The league comprises 32 teams, each competing for the coveted Super Bowl title, which has become a cultural phenomenon. The NFL is renowned for its unique blend of athleticism, strategy, and entertainment, offering a range of core products including live games, merchandise, and digital content. With a strong market position, the NFL consistently ranks among the most valuable sports leagues worldwide, achieving notable milestones such as record television ratings and lucrative broadcasting deals. Its commitment to innovation and fan engagement continues to set it apart in the competitive landscape of professional sports.
How does National Football League, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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National Football League, Inc.'s score of 25 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, National Football League, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,044,000 kg CO2e, which includes 16,674,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 49,370,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The organisation has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by the NFL. The absence of such commitments suggests a need for further action in addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint. As a major entity in the sports industry, the NFL's emissions data reflects the broader context of climate commitments within the sector, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in environmental impact.
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| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,674,000  | 
| Scope 2 | 49,370,000  | 
| Scope 3 | -  | 
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.
National Football League, Inc. 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.
