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 64 is higher than 98% 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 2023, Nike reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 9,466,520,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 59,672,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 11,051,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 16,546,214,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Nike targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Historically, Nike's emissions have shown a trend of increase, with total emissions recorded at approximately 10,739,016,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 11,604,118,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy. Nike's initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts. The company's targets are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C. As a leading player in the textiles, apparel, and footwear sector, Nike's commitments are crucial for driving sustainability within the industry.
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| 2005 | 2006 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
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.
