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On Running

On Running, officially known as On AG, is a Swiss-based company headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 2010, On has rapidly established itself in the athletic footwear industry, focusing on innovative running shoes and apparel designed for performance and comfort. The brand is renowned for its unique CloudTec® technology, which provides a cushioned landing and a powerful push-off, setting it apart from traditional running footwear. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, On Running has garnered a loyal following among both amateur and professional athletes. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with elite athletes and a growing portfolio of awards for design and performance. As a leader in the running community, On continues to push the boundaries of innovation, making it a prominent player in the global sportswear market.

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

On Running's score of 41 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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On Running's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, On Running reported total carbon emissions of approximately 316,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 314,752,000 kg CO2e. This includes emissions from purchased goods and services (203,210,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (56,261,000 kg CO2e). Scope 1 emissions were reported at 339,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,609,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, On Running's total emissions were about 256,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a rise in emissions in 2023. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any climate pledges, suggesting a need for clearer commitments in addressing their carbon footprint. On Running's emissions data highlights the importance of focusing on Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon impact. As the company is headquartered in Switzerland (CH), it is positioned within a region that increasingly prioritises sustainability and climate action.

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Scope 3
66,820,000
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. On Running's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for On Running is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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On Running is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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