JD Sports earns ‘global leader’ status for environmental efforts

JD Sports has earned a place on the CDP Climate A list for 2024 as a result of its environmental efforts.

CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) is a global non-profit organisation that monitors the environmental performance, and in particular the carbon emissions, of companies.

The sportswear retailer earned its place on the Climate A list in recognition of its status as a leader in environmental transparency and action. It has worked with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to achieve tangible improvements in its performance.

JD Sports joins fashion brands Burberry, which achieved a CDP A ranking in 2022, and Superdry which earned its place in December 2021, in the ranking.

JD Group CEO Régis Schultz said: “We are proud that our ongoing climate achievements have seen us awarded a place on CDP’s Climate A List. Such an achievement means we are amongst the leading businesses globally for our climate accomplishments and shows our commitment to the transparency that is so vital for effective climate action.”

He continued: “Our ranking reflects support for key global initiatives and data measurement projects such as the RE100, as well as securing SBTi validation of our carbon reduction targets.”

CDP assesses submissions from thousands of companies globally on their sustainability efforts each year to produce its annual A list.

Companies are ranked on their disclosure of high-quality environmental data and demonstration of tangible climate action.

Last month, M&S rolled out a host of lower emission vehicles as part of its net zero push, advancing its Plan A commitment to hit net zero emissions by 2040.

Nobody’s Child also recently rolled out a clothing takeback scheme, in partnership with pre-loved fashion firm Reskinned.

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