Salomon, officially known as Salomon S.A., is a leading brand in the outdoor sports industry, headquartered in Annecy, France. Founded in 1947, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of high-performance footwear, apparel, and equipment for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and trail running. Salomon's innovative approach has led to several key milestones, including the introduction of the first ski binding in 1957 and the development of advanced technologies like Contagrip® and Sensifit™. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Salomon is renowned for its commitment to quality and performance. The brand's core products, including trail running shoes and ski gear, are distinguished by their cutting-edge design and functionality, catering to both amateur and professional athletes. Salomon's dedication to sustainability and community engagement further solidifies its position as a market leader in outdoor sports.
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In 2023, Salomon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 279,734,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 271,764,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily stem from purchased goods and services (212,131,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (22,664,000 kg CO2e). Salomon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The commitment includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action.
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Scope 1 | 3,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 6,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 271,764,000 |
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