Atletico de Madrid, officially known as Club Atlético de Madrid, is a prominent Spanish football club headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1903, the club has established itself as a powerhouse in La Liga, with a rich history marked by numerous domestic and international achievements, including multiple league titles and UEFA Champions League appearances. Operating primarily in the sports industry, Atletico de Madrid is renowned for its competitive football team, which plays at the iconic Wanda Metropolitano Stadium. The club's unique blend of passionate fan engagement and a strong youth academy sets it apart in the football landscape. With a commitment to excellence, Atletico de Madrid continues to solidify its position as one of Europe's elite clubs, consistently competing at the highest levels and fostering a legacy of success.
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In 2024, Atlético de Madrid reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,461,080 kg CO2e. This figure includes 569,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and a significant 26,892,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses areas such as business travel (2,198,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (15,333,000 kg CO2e). The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 27,305,220 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 581,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 26,724,220 kg CO2e. Atlético de Madrid has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. They also plan to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. Furthermore, the club is committed to reducing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2025). The club is a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action. Emissions data is cascaded from the parent organization, Club Atlético de Madrid S.A.D., ensuring a comprehensive approach to tracking and managing carbon emissions across its operations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 537,990 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,706,860 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Atletico De Madrid's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 25% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Atletico De Madrid has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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