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The National Hockey League (NHL), a premier professional ice hockey league, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily across North America. Founded in 1917, the NHL has evolved into a leading entity within the recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry, specifically classified under code 92.
With 32 teams, the league showcases a unique blend of athleticism and entertainment, offering fans an unparalleled experience through its regular season and playoff formats. The NHL is renowned for its commitment to promoting the sport, engaging diverse audiences, and fostering talent development at all levels.
Notable achievements include the expansion of the league and the introduction of innovative technologies to enhance the viewing experience. The NHL continues to solidify its market position as a cornerstone of professional sports, celebrated for its rich history and dynamic gameplay.
-9 vs industry average
National Hockey League’s score of 21 is lower than 42% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Recreation and Sports Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Recreation and Sports Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
In 2016, the National Hockey League (NHL) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 182.2 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 122.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 55.4 million kg CO2e. For 2015, total emissions were about 185.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at roughly 126.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 4.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 54.6 million kg CO2e. In 2014, the NHL's total emissions were around 189.5 million kg CO2e, comprising approximately 127.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 4.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and roughly 56.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
The NHL is committed to achieving net-zero emissions in its own operations (Scopes 1 and 2 emissions) by 2035, based on a 2023 baseline. The organisation has a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, also against a 2023 baseline. Additionally, the NHL has a long-term intensity target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2035 from a 2023 baseline. These climate commitments, including net-zero and absolute reduction targets, are directly from the National Hockey League.
No climate goals have been disclosed for National Hockey League yet.
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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