Nike, Inc., a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel, is headquartered in the United States, specifically in Beaverton, Oregon. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports, the company rebranded to Nike in 1971, marking a significant milestone in its evolution. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Nike operates within the sportswear industry, focusing on innovative products that enhance athletic performance. The brand is renowned for its cutting-edge footwear, apparel, and equipment, distinguished by its iconic Swoosh logo and commitment to quality. Nike's dedication to sustainability and technological advancements, such as the use of Flyknit and Air technology, sets it apart in a competitive market. As a dominant player in the industry, Nike consistently achieves remarkable sales figures and maintains a loyal customer base, solidifying its position as a top choice for athletes and fitness enthusiasts worldwide.
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Nike's score of 65 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Nike reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,466,520,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 59,672,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 11,051,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 16,546,214,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to achieve a 70% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its owned or operated facilities by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. This reduction will be achieved through 100% renewable electricity and fleet electrification. Nike is also committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company has made substantial progress towards its near-term targets, having achieved a 69% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its facilities as of 2023. These targets and commitments are part of Nike's broader strategy to address climate change and reduce its environmental impact across all scopes of emissions. All emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Nike, Inc., with no data cascaded from a parent organization.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 35,624,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 228,770,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,727,172,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Nike is participating in some 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.