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 74 is higher than 98% 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 significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 16,546,214,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 59,672,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 11,051,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Nike has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has also pledged a 70% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its owned or operated facilities by 2030, primarily through the use of 100% renewable electricity and fleet electrification. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In terms of near-term goals, Nike is on track to achieve a 69% reduction in emissions from its owned and operated facilities by 2023, based on a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, relative to a 2015 baseline. Overall, Nike's climate strategy reflects a commitment to significant emissions reductions and aligns with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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2005 | 2006 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 100,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,250,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 370,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 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.