Planet Fitness, officially known as Planet Fitness, Inc., is a leading player in the health and social work services industry, specifically within the fitness sector. Headquartered in the United States, the company has established a significant presence across various regions, catering to millions of members. Founded in 1992, Planet Fitness has achieved notable milestones, including its rapid expansion and the introduction of its unique "Judgement Free Zone" philosophy, which promotes a welcoming environment for all fitness levels.
The core offerings of Planet Fitness include affordable gym memberships, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, and a range of group classes, all designed to make fitness accessible and enjoyable. With a commitment to inclusivity and affordability, Planet Fitness has positioned itself as a market leader, boasting over 2,000 locations and consistently ranking among the top fitness franchises in the United States.
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Planet Fitness's reported carbon emissions
Planet Fitness, headquartered in the US, operates within the Health and social work services (85) industry. The company has reported its carbon emissions across various scopes and years, providing a picture of its environmental impact.
For the 2024 reporting year, Planet Fitness's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 527.5 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 32.5 million kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 footprint of about 470.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services (approximately 21.3 million kg CO2e), capital goods (about 21.7 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (around 6 million kg CO2e).
In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 465.4 million kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 4.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 31.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 424.8 million kg CO2e. The largest contributors to Scope 3 in 2023 were capital goods (approximately 23 million kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (around 15.8 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2022, Planet Fitness reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 5.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 27.2 million kg CO2e, resulting in a combined Scope 1 and 2 total of approximately 32.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not fully disclosed for this year.
For 2021, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were around 15.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 10.9 million kg CO2e. Similar to 2022, Scope 3 emissions were not fully disclosed.
In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 7.4 million kg CO2e, making a total of roughly 9.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Scope 3 was not fully disclosed.
For 2019, Planet Fitness reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 13.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 14.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for this year.
Planet Fitness's climate commitments include disclosing its emissions and has undertaken initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, though specific, quantified reduction targets or achievements through programmes like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) were not detailed in the provided information. The company's reporting covers Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to understanding its carbon footprint.
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