All ESG articles
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ArticleActive Apparel Group secures B Corp certification
Following Arena, Allbirds and recently Bollé, Active Apparel Group has secured a B Corp certification.
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News briefsTopgolf Callaway Brands releases sustainability report
The document shows progress since the company’s inaugural report.
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ArticlePuma works with influencer to highlight use of leather versus vegan leather
Puma launches #KnowYourStuff, an educational content series that wants to discuss the use of leather vs vegan leather.
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ArticlePrivate Sport Shop receives B Corp label
The French private sales platform joins the ranks of B Corp-certified companies and embarks on a new phase toward a more sustainable business model.
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News briefsPuma ranks first in Fashion Revolution report on decarbonization strategies
The sportswear brand ranks first out of 250 major fashion brands and retailers.
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News briefsPuma equips 35 clubs with jerseys made from recycled polyester
From the start of the 24/25 season, the Puma soccer shirts of 35 clubs, including those for the Euro and Copa América tournaments, are made from Re:Fibre.
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ArticleUnder Armour’s Kevin Ross: “It’s about more than just the game”
Kevin Ross, SVP and EMEA Managing Director at Under Armour, discusses how the brand leverages sports for social impact, focusing on youth empowerment and community well-being. Discover how Under Armour’s initiatives and partnerships aim to prepare young athletes for success in life beyond sports.
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ArticleAddressing physical inactivity: Nike’s strategic approach to inspiring youth
In an exclusive interview, Nike’s Rosalyn Menon Kennedy reveals the company’s initiatives to promote an active lifestyle among youth.
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News briefsParis to host International Summit on Sport and Sustainable Development
French President Emmanuel Macron and the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, have proposed to hold an International Summit on Sport and Sustainable Development on the eve of the Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Summit will be held on July 25 from 5 ...
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ArticleOn releases impact progress report 2023
On has released the 2023 edition of its Impact Progress Report on ESG, laying out 24 external goals, “multiple” internal goals and 12 “foundational goals.” It says three pillars stand on this foundation: social impact (human rights in labor policy), innovation in materials and processes (to reduce environmental effects) and ...
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ArticleDecathlon’s extra-financial FY23
Decathlon has released the 2023 edition of its Declaration of Extra-Financial Performance (DPEF), reviewing its measures regarding ESG (environmental, social and governance). The details sprawl over more than 240 pages. The CEO’s introduction suggests that the salient points are the staff training, “equity,” and “internationalization,” the value chain, and environmental ...
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News briefsCrocs releases Comfort Report and extend net zero to 2040
Crocs has released its third annual Comfort Report, highlighting the company’s progress in corporate responsibility, including initiatives in social responsibility and sustainability. In the report, the company claims to have reached a “milestone” in material innovation by exceeding a monthly average of 20 percent bio-circular content in its proprietary Croslite ...
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ArticleCanopy’s Pack4Good initiative wins over fashion giant Inditex
Inditex has joined Canopy’s Pack4Good campaign. Through the campaign, the partners aim to focus on sustainable alternatives to the deforestation of ancient and endangered forests, including recycled pulp and paper, next-gen solutions and FSC certification. Inditex committed to CanopyStyle a decade ago to stop using ancient and endangered forests for ...
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C-Suite InterviewPentland’s Simon Rowe: “We have a responsibility to drive change”
Pentland Brands is on a mission to get people moving. Discover how their sports brands like Speedo and Canterbury want to help 100 million people to be more active.
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ArticleDriven by purpose: the social impact of sport
Sport is a powerful force for positive social change, promoting inclusion, teamwork, and mental wellbeing. From grassroots initiatives to global campaigns, leading brands like Nike, Puma, and Adidas are using their platforms to foster community, support equality, and champion important social causes.
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ArticleWhich sports brands are among Time Magazine’s most sustainable companies?
Time Magazine and data intelligence platform Statista have created a list of what they consider the world’s most sustainable companies for 2024. So, how are sports brands, companies and retailers ranked? Several companies qualified for the list, and one brand performed so well in sustainability that it ranked third ...
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ArticleWFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler: “We need to tackle the physical activity crisis by harnessing the power of our industry”
Physical inactivity is on the rise, posing a major threat to public health and the sporting goods industry.
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News briefsWell−being on top of Asics’ sustainability agenda
With the release today of its 2023 sustainability report, Asics reveals how prioritizing mental and physical well-being is helping to drive its sustainability agenda across a range of material topics from supply chains to climate action. Key examples include: Raising awareness of the global gender gap ...
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News briefsSGS Announces net-zero transition plan
SGS, one of the world’s largest testing, inspection and certification companies, announced its net-zero transition plan. In this plan, SGS commits to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. As part of this goal, the company is targeting a 46 percent reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions ...
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ArticleThe EU’s new right to repair
On April 23, after about two years of negotiation, the EU adopted a directive establishing common rules for the right to repair. Member states must be compliant with the directive within 24 months of its entry into force. The rules relate to the New Consumer Agenda and the Circular Economy ...
