Arc'teryx Commits To Emissions Reduction And Renewable Energy Goals For First Time In Company History
Brand to set two Science-Based Targets to substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
(Global) NORTH VANCOUVER, Canada, April 19, 2020 – This year, on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Arc’teryx Equipment commits to taking immediate science-based action on climate change. As an official sponsor of the Earth Day 50 Initiative, the global design company is resolving to do its part by setting Science-Based Targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
By 2030, Arc’teryx is committed to achieving two science-based targets, verified by the Science Based Targets Institute:
- For Arc’teryx headquarters, Canadian production facility and global retail stores: to reduce our absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 65% by 2030.
- For Arc’teryx materials, products, factories, mills, shipping, and distribution centres: to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions 65% per unit of value added by 2030.
To achieve these Science-Based Targets and deliver emissions reductions, the brand will implement a strategic, four-tiered approach: lower-impact materials and product design, renewable energy projects, energy efficiency, and circular business models.
“Now more than ever, we see the importance and value of community and we hope to inspire others to join us in this urgent issue,” says Katie Wilson, Senior Manager, Social + Environmental Sustainability at Arc’teryx. “These ambitious goals will ensure our company is taking the transformational action needed to fight climate change and progress toward a low-carbon economy.”
To celebrate this sustainability milestone, Arc’teryx will participate in Earth Day 50’s Virtual Event on April 19. The event will be hosted through an online platform and livestream video experience and feature high-profile speakers including public officials, activists, performers and scientists, interactive presentations and workshops, as well as virtual exhibitor booths.
For more information on the brand’s participation in Earth Day 50’s Virtual Event and ongoing Science-Based Target initiatives, please visit www.arcteryx.com and www.earthdayinitiative.org.
About Arc’teryx
Arc’teryx is a Canadian company based in the Coast Mountains. Our design process is connected to the real world, focused on delivering unrivalled durability and performance in extreme conditions. Our products are distributed through more than 2,400 retail locations worldwide. We are problem solvers, always evolving and searching for a better way to deliver resolved, minimalist designs. Good design that matters makes lives better.
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