Planet Fitness, officially known as Planet Fitness, Inc., is a leading player in the fitness industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1992, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America with thousands of locations. Specialising in providing affordable gym memberships, Planet Fitness is renowned for its "Judgement Free Zone" philosophy, which fosters a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. The company offers a range of services, including state-of-the-art gym equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training options, all designed to promote a positive workout experience. With a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, Planet Fitness has positioned itself as a top choice for fitness enthusiasts, achieving notable milestones such as being one of the fastest-growing gym franchises in the United States.
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Planet Fitness's score of 47 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Planet Fitness reported total carbon emissions of approximately 470,366,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 4,868,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 32,549,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 470,366,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 424,765,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,506,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 31,580,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 424,765,000 kg CO2e. Planet Fitness has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The company is actively disclosing its emissions data, which is sourced directly from Planet Fitness, Inc. and does not cascade from any parent organisation. The organisation's emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact, although further initiatives or targets for emissions reduction have not been outlined.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,872,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,162,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Planet Fitness's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 11% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 5% 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.
Planet Fitness 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.

