Amer Sports Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Circular economy
- Biodiversity
- Water
- Sustainable procurement and supply chain
- Health & safety
- Diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI)
- Employee welfare and wellbeing
- Community engagement
- Corporate governance
- Corporate ethics
- Transparent reporting
Environmental Achievements
- Salomon’s headquarters achieved carbon neutrality in 2021.
- Altenmarkt factory uses 100% renewable energy for electrical power.
- Altenmarkt factory uses biomass for heating energy.
- Salomon launched the Index.01 fully recyclable running shoe.
- Peak Performance reached 99.7% use of sustainable cotton and 100% use of Responsible Standard Down.
Social Achievements
- Amer Sports was approved as a participating company of the Fair Labor Association (FLA).
- Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Peak Performance signed the UN Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action (FICCA).
- Amer Sports updated its Code of Conduct and Ethical Policy and created an Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Policy.
- Coaching for Success completion rate was 91% of the total workforce.
Governance Achievements
- Updated Code of Conduct.
- Updated Ethical Policy.
- Created Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Policy.
- Code of Conduct training for employees.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Salomon: Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
- FICCA signatories: Achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
- Arc'teryx: Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 65% by 2030.
- Arc'teryx: Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 65% by 2030.
- Salomon: 50% absolute reduction of GHG emissions for scopes 1 and 2 by 2030.
- Salomon: 30% absolute reduction for scope 3 by 2030.
- Salomon: 30% reduction of carbon emissions for ADC by 2025.
- Salomon: 100% renewable electricity for ADC by November 2021.
- Peak Performance: 100% more sustainable materials by 2026.
Environmental Challenges
- Social and labor aspects of supply chain management in Asia.
- Climate change impacts (severe weather, natural disasters).
- Covid-19 pandemic impacts on supply chain and operations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Third-party audits of suppliers (96% of total purchases audited).
- Membership in the Fair Labor Association (FLA).
- Balanced product portfolio across seasons and markets.
- Contingency and resilience plans for pandemic disruptions.
- Support for suppliers during the pandemic (paying orders, dialogue, health and safety practices).
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 96% of total purchases audited in 2021
Responsible Procurement
- Amer Sports Ethical Policy
- Fair Labor Association (FLA) principles
- Higg Index tools
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Unusual or severe weather conditions, natural disasters
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, GHG Protocol, Science Based Targets initiative
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001, WWF Green Office, OEKO-TEX, bluesign®, FSC
Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Index.01 running shoe
- Upcycled products (Arc'teryx)
- Naked Series Rackets (Wilson)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Circular Economy
- Responsible Procurement and Supply Chain
- Employee Engagement
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Human Rights
Environmental Achievements
- Arc’teryx opened five new ReBird™ Service Centers offering repair services.
- Peak Performance reduced material and transport needs using 3D product samples.
- Salomon renewed its MTN ski touring range using up to 40% bio-sourced or recycled materials.
- 33% of electricity consumption from renewable sources.
Social Achievements
- 95% employee Code of Conduct training completion rate.
- Coaching for Success completion rate of 91%.
- Ongoing "Coaching for Success" process for employee development.
- Future Work framework enabling flexible work arrangements.
Governance Achievements
- Established a Sustainability Committee overseen by the Board of Directors.
- Created a clear governance structure for sustainability.
- Developed updated reporting with greater transparency.
Climate Goals & Targets
- 100% of products designed against Amer Sports Circular Economy Principles by 2030.
- Net-zero emissions by 2050.
- 100% of priority materials (by weight) to be preferred/low impact materials by end of 2030.
- 70% of internal waste in own operations and at Tier 1 suppliers recycled or reused by end of 2030.
- Minimum 60% of Tier 1 and strategic Tier 2 suppliers to rank A or B (0% D or E) by end of 2030.
- 50% reduction of Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions and 30% reduction of Scope 3 emissions by 2030 (Salomon).
- 100% of strategic product categories to have environmental impact scorecards by end of 2025.
- 100% of Tier 1 and nominated Tier 2 suppliers to sign Amer Sports Ethical Policy by end of 2023.
- 100% electricity consumption from renewable energy by end of 2027.
Environmental Challenges
- Complex supply chains and associated risks.
- Social risks in the supply chain (political, economic, regulatory risks in Asia).
- Climate change impacts (physical risks, transition risks).
Mitigation Strategies
- Third-party audits covering 97% of total purchases (Asia, Europe, and EMEA).
- Participation in the Fair Labor Association (FLA).
- Human rights impact assessment planned for 2023.
- Commitment to science-based net-zero emissions targets (SBTi submission planned for 2023).
- Broad product portfolio balancing seasonal sales fluctuations.
- Focus on softgoods growth.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 97% of total purchases audited in 2022
Responsible Procurement
- Amer Sports Ethical Policy
- Social and Environmental Compliance Benchmarks
- Material Compliance Policy
- FLA Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Unusual or severe weather conditions
- Natural disasters
- Pandemics
Transition Risks
- Shifting consumer behaviors
- Economic, social, and regulatory impacts of a low-carbon economy
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Circular economy innovations
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Certifications: ISO 14001 (Salomon headquarters), ISO 50001 (Salomon headquarters), WWF Green Office (Helsinki office)
Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy (limited assurance on selected environmental data)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 3 (Good health and well-being)
- SDG 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
- SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
- SDG 13 (Climate action)
Amer Sports promotes healthy and active lifestyles, fair labor practices, sustainable production, and climate action.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Arc’teryx ReBird™ program
- Salomon Index.01 and Index.02 running shoes
- Atomic Backland skis
- Wilson Gen Green product assortment
- Peak Performance WearAgains program
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Circular economy
- Responsible procurement and supply chain
- Own employees
- Business conduct
- Consumers and end-users
- Biodiversity
Environmental Achievements
- 34% of electricity consumption in own facilities was produced with renewable energy in 2023.
- 67% of total waste in own operations was recycled in 2023.
- Upstream transportation emissions decreased by 0.7% compared to 2022.
- Atomic hosted the first Ski Industry Climate Summit.
- Salomon open-sourced its winter sports LCA data.
Social Achievements
- 99% of purchase volume from finished goods suppliers signed the Amer Sports Ethical Policy.
- 94% annual "Coaching for Success" completion rate.
- Launched a state-of-the-art employee engagement survey platform.
- Established group-level frameworks for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I), and for Health and Safety (H&S).
Governance Achievements
- Joined the UN Global Compact.
- Conducted a double materiality assessment.
- Conducted a human rights impact assessment.
- Renewed sustainability policy framework at the Group-level.
- Published a new Whistleblowing Policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero emissions in line with SBTi targets.
- 50% of Tier 1 & 2 purchase volume produced with renewable energy by 2030.
- 70% of waste in own operations recycled or reused by 2030.
- 100% of products designed against Amer Sports Circularity Policy by 2030.
- Up to 55% share of any gender in the workforce by 2025.
- Up to 60% share of any gender in managerial positions by 2025.
- 100% renewable electricity in own operations by 2027.
- 100% of strategic product categories to have a life cycle assessment by 2025.
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change impacts on winter sports and raw material availability.
- Extreme weather events affecting operations and supply chains.
- Increasing climate-related regulations.
- Sustainable consumption trends.
- Biodiversity loss and depleting water resources.
- Water scarcity and poor water quality in some factory locations.
- High levels of soil, air, and water pollution near some facilities.
Mitigation Strategies
- Setting science-based net-zero targets (validation expected in 2024).
- Increasing energy efficiency and renewable energy share.
- Electrifying vehicle fleet.
- Focusing on circular business models (repair, rental, resale, take-back).
- Conducting climate-related scenario analysis (aligned with TCFD recommendations in 2024).
- Implementing a strategic climate program.
- Developing action plans to mitigate water risks.
- Further assessing biodiversity impacts and dependencies within the value chain.
- Improving raw material supply chain mapping.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 99% of finished goods purchases audited in 2023 (99% of purchase volume covered by Ethical Policy).
Responsible Procurement
- Ethical Policy (Supplier Code of Conduct)
- Material Compliance Policy
- Social and Environmental Compliance Benchmarks
- FLA standards alignment
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Changing climate patterns impacting winter sports.
- Extreme weather events.
- Raw material availability issues.
Transition Risks
- Increasing climate-related regulations.
- Sustainable consumption trends.
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and circular business models.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, CSRD, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001 (Salomon HQ), ISO 50001 (Salomon HQ)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 3 (Good health and well-being)
- SDG 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
- SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
- SDG 13 (Climate action)
Amer Sports' initiatives align with these SDGs through promoting healthy lifestyles, ethical labor practices, sustainable production, and climate action.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Salomon Index running shoes and Brigade INDEX helmet
- Atomic Backland skis with reduced carbon emissions
- Atomic ski boots with recycled plastic
- Wilson Gen Green sustainable product line
- Luxilon Eco Power and Eco Rough tennis strings
- Peak Performance WearAgains program
- Arc’teryx ReBIRD™ platform
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed