Nike
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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Industry Benchmark
Nike's score of 78 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Nike's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nike reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,266,474,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 57,390,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 12,120,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 211,322,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 8,196,965,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (3,992,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (72,625,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (6,952,112,000 kg CO2e). Nike has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from owned or operated facilities by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and is part of their broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms that Nike's goals are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, having achieved a 69% reduction in emissions from owned and operated facilities as of 2023. Nike's sustainability efforts are further supported by their commitment to 100% renewable electricity and fleet electrification, which are integral to their emissions reduction strategy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,219,283,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
