SUSTAINABILITY

Do you know your carbon footprint?

Carbon footprint values for everyday items (non-ASICS products) are not verified by ASICS and based on publicly available third-party sources
These values are illustrative of category averages and may vary depending on product type, manufacturing methods, and region.

Every step counts, so we've measured ours

ASICS has measured the carbon footprint of select shoes and put those numbers into perspective alongside everyday feel-good favourites. It's performance you can trust, and impact you can understand, so you can make more informed choices about how you move and what moves you.

Our carbon footprint label

This label reflects our commitment to transparency regarding our carbon emissions. We're measuring and sharing the carbon footprint of our products, allowing you to make decisions that benefit the mind, body and the planet.

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Since our founding in 1949, our purpose has been to help people achieve a Sound Mind In A Sound Body. But in order to achieve a Sound Mind in a Sound Body, we need a sound Earth to run on.

So we’re taking action. By reducing CO₂ emissions, embracing recycled materials and using less resources, our goal is to bring the benefits of movement to the world we love to move in.

Our efforts towards circularity

At ASICS, we are shifting to a circular approach in three ways: Less, Cleaner and Longer.

1. Design

Design longer-lasting products
with improved durability

2. Materials

Use recycled, bio-based and
water-efficient options
where possible

3. Production

Source renewable energy and use dyeing techniques that reduce
water usage

4. Use

Constantly improve quality so products last even longer

5. New Life

Encourage ways to extend
product life

GEL-KAYANO™ 32

Approximately 29% lower carbon footprint than industry average.*

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*Lifecycle emissions for ASICS products are calculated using ASICS' Carbon Footprint Methodology v1.1 and benchmarked against the most comprehensive
industry-average data available, conducted in partnership with MIT. Learn more about our methodology here.

Our materials

Polyester Fabric from Recycled PET Bottles

Polyester production from recycled PET bottles emits less CO₂e and uses less fossil resources than traditional polyester production.

At least 50% of the GEL-KAYANO™ 32 shoe’s main upper* is made with polyester fabric from recycled PET.

The main upper contains 75% recycled materials in the GEL-QUANTUM 360™ VIII.

Bio-Based Materials

Bio-based materials are intentionally made from substances derived from living (or once-living) organisms. These natural resources can be drawn upon to create fabrics for textiles or compounds for sole components. Sugarcane and cellulose nanofibre are some examples.

The GEL-RESOLUTION™ X and GEL-QUANTUM 360™ VIII shoes feature FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO cushioning, which is made with at least 20% bio-based material.

Solution Dyeing

Some of our apparel is made using a technique called solution dyeing. This technology can reduce the large amount of wastewater generated during the apparel manufacturing and dyeing process.

Solution dyeing will help reduce carbon emissions from our dyeing by 45% and reduce water usage by 33%.

The GT-2000™ 14 and GEL-CUMULUS™ sockliners are made using a solution dyeing process that reduces water usage by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% (compared to the conventional dyeing technology).

These images are artistic interpretations of recycled or sustainable materials. They may not be actual representations of the specific ASICS product or material used.
*ASICS defines "shoe's main upper material" as the material which covers the most surface area in the upper.

Our sustainability progress

Aerial shot of the Gel-Nimbus™ 26 sitting on a bed of green foliage

2010

Collaborated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on the Environmental Footprint Reduction Project.

A woman smiles and looks off to the side, sitting outside on a sunny day wearing a black crop top and grey shorts

2018

We became the first sporting goods company to have its science-based targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

The all-white GEL-LYTE™ III CM 1.95 shoe floats mid-air amidst a beige background

2021

We launched the world's lightest CO₂ emissions shoe (GEL-LYTE™ III CM 1.95)

A male model runs by a lake wearing the Gel-Kayano™ 31 shoes

2023

Water consumption decreased by over 30% for every pair of shoes manufactured, across all product categories.

Close-up on-foot shot of the Gel-Kayano™ 31

2023

29.8% of CO₂ emissions reduced from our direct operations and 29.8% renewable electricity at business facilities.

2023

Launched the Run for Reforestation Challenge, encouraging runners to take action against climate change by supporting reforestation efforts.

The sustainable GEL-CUMULUS™ 25 floats mid-air in a blue sky

2023

More than 40% conventional polyester materials replaced with recycled polyester across global footwear production.

2023

Participated in Vision 2045, a documentary film series focused on inspiring a better future for all. ASICS was selected as a representative from the sporting goods industry.

Male and female runner run on a cement path out in a park

2024

Released our 2023 Sustainability Report .

This photo features the new Nimbus Mirai™ with our new carbon footprint labeling (+6.1 kgC02)

2024

We became a pioneer in carbon footprint labelling in the sportswear industry with labelling across our main footwear categories, including the first ever tennis and volleyball shoes with carbon footprinting.