Nike
At Wedge, we have gathered and analyzed the following information on Nike to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of its sustainability efforts.
Carbon Emissions: Carbon intensity measures greenhouse gas emissions in relation to a company's revenue or employees. It helps assess a company's carbon footprint and commitment to reducing emissions.
Labor Practices: Nike's commitment to ethical labor practices includes: a public commitment but doesn't include: an action plan and separate labor costs. Living wage paid rating of 1/5.
For more details, visit the brand's Fashion Checker page.
Renewable Energy Sources: Nike uses 93% renewable energy throughout its operations, and Nike doesn't specify suppliers' and manufacturers' energy consumption.
Transparency: Nike's Fashion Transparency Index score is 54.3. The index assesses brands' transparency regarding their social and environmental policies. For more information, visit the Fashion Revolution website.
Sustainable Materials: Nike uses recycled materials for a portion of its production, 16.27% to be exact. Additionally, 3.23% of the materials used are organic. The company also aims to be environmentally conscious when using leather, with 28% of it being recycled. For cotton, 66% of it is Better Cotton Initiative certified, 12% is organic, and 0.6% is recycled. These practices demonstrate Nike's commitment to sustainability and ethical production.
Animal Welfare:
Nike has a number of animal welfare policies in place. These policies are designed to ensure that animals are treated humanely and ethically throughout the supply chain.
Fur
Nike does not use fur in any of its products. The company has a policy of not using fur, and it has been a member of the Fur Free Alliance since 2014.
Nike has a number of animal welfare policies in place. These policies are designed to ensure that animals are treated humanely and ethically throughout the supply chain.
Down
Nike sources down from suppliers that meet its strict animal welfare standards. These standards require that the down be sourced from birds that are not live plucked, and that the birds are raised in humane conditions.
Leather
Nike sources leather from suppliers that meet its strict animal welfare standards. These standards require that the leather be sourced from animals that are not raised in inhumane conditions, and that the animals are slaughtered in a humane manner.
Wool
Nike sources wool from suppliers that meet its strict animal welfare standards. These standards require that the wool be sourced from sheep that are not raised in inhumane conditions, and that the sheep are sheared in a humane manner.
Nike sources down from suppliers that meet its strict animal welfare standards. These standards require that the down be sourced from birds that are not live plucked, and that the birds are raised in humane conditions.
Waste Management: 72% of waste being recycled and only 3% sent to landfills. In 2022, Nike significantly increased their efforts to reduce waste by refurbishing, recycling, or donating 10 times more finished product waste (FPW) compared to 2021.
2nd-hand Services: Nike offers second-hand services. The brand offers to return used goods and offer money or credit in exchange. Nike also offers to pay for shipping costs and allows customers to drop off used goods at Nike stores. Nike sells the used goods on its main website through its Nike Refurbished program.
Here are the details of Nike's second-hand services:
Nike Refurbished
Nike Refurbished is a program that allows customers to buy used Nike products that have been cleaned, inspected, and repaired. Nike Refurbished products come with a one-year warranty and are eligible for free shipping.
To buy a Nike Refurbished product, visit the Nike website and search for "Nike Refurbished." You can also find Nike Refurbished products at select Nike stores.
Nike Buy Back
Nike Buy Back is a program that allows customers to sell their used Nike products to Nike. Nike will evaluate your product and offer you a price. If you accept the offer, Nike will pay you and ship your product back to them.
To sell your Nike product through Nike Buy Back, visit the Nike website and create an account. Then, select the products you want to sell and follow the instructions.
Nike Donate Back
Nike Donate Back is a program that allows customers to donate their used Nike products to charity. Nike will work with a charity of your choice to pick up your product and donate it.
To donate your Nike product through Nike Donate Back, visit the Nike website and create an account. Then, select the products you want to donate and follow the instructions.
Nike's second-hand services are a great way to save money on Nike products, give back to charity, and help the environment.
Warranty: Nike offers a two-year warranty on all of its shoes and apparel. This means that if your Nike product develops a material or workmanship flaw within two years of the manufacture date, Nike will replace it for free.
The Nike warranty does not cover damage caused by normal wear and tear, accidents, or misuse. It also does not cover products that have been modified or repaired by unauthorized parties.
To make a warranty claim, you will need to provide proof of purchase and a description of the defect. You can do this by contacting Nike customer service or by visiting a Nike store.
To learn more about utilizing the warranty, click here.
Offsetting Carbon: In 2020, Nike invested $20 million in carbon offset projects. These projects include planting trees, investing in renewable energy, and reducing deforestation. Nike has offset over 1.5 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent since 2010. The company has set a goal of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030.
Nike surpasses the average score in 6/9 sustainability parameters we evaluate.
