Polaris Sustainability Profile
Polaris Industries Inc., commonly known as Polaris, is a leading manufacturer in the powersports industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1954, the company has established a strong presence in North America and beyond, specialising in off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Polaris is renowned for its innovative designs and high-performance products, including the RZR and Sportsman lines, which cater to both recreational and utility markets. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering the first-ever snowmobile and expanding its product range to include electric vehicles. With a commitment to quality and performance, Polaris holds a prominent market position, consistently recognised for its engineering excellence and customer satisfaction. Its dedication to innovation continues to set it apart in the competitive powersports landscape.
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Polaris's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Polaris reported total carbon emissions of approximately 121,274,000 kg CO2e, comprising 49,513,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 71,761,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 137,471,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 53,742,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 83,730,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Polaris has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not reported any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Polaris's emissions data is sourced directly from Polaris Inc. and does not appear to be cascaded from a parent or related organization. The company continues to engage in sustainability efforts, as indicated by its participation in initiatives like the CDP, although no specific climate pledges or SBTi targets have been established. Overall, Polaris is actively monitoring and reporting its emissions, reflecting a growing awareness of climate impact within the industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,122,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 78,461,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Polaris's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Polaris has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
