Every step
counts, so we've
measured ours
So we're taking action.
We’re aiming to
reduce our CO₂ emissions
and increase
recycled materials.
Every step counts,
so we measure ours
Thoughtful movement starts long before you take a first step. Taking a closer look at the carbon footprint of our selected shoes across their journey, from design to delivery, is how we better understand their impact on the world around us. Because understanding impact is the first step towards better choices.
Our carbon footprint label
This label reflects our commitment to transparency regarding our carbon emissions. Using a life cycle assessment methodology, we calculate and disclose the greenhouse gas emissions generated across each stage of a product’s life cycle, so you can better understand its impact.
Our carbon footprint label reflects our commitment to transparency around our carbon emissions. We’re measuring and sharing the carbon footprint of our key products because understanding impact is the first step towards making better choices.
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 75% of the GEL-NIMBUS® 28 shoe’s main upper* is made with polyester fabric from recycled PET.
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-NYC™ 2.0 and SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 shoes feature FF BLAST™ PLUS cushioning, which is made with approximately 24% bio-based material.
*Lifecycle emissions for ASICS products are calculated using ASICS’ Carbon Footprint Methodology v1.2 and benchmarked
against the most comprehensive industry-average data available, conducted in partnership with MIT. Learn more about our methodology [here].
Our sustainability progress
2021
We launched the world's lightest CO₂ emissions shoe (GEL-LYTE™ III CM 1.95)
2023
Water consumption decreased by over 30% for every pair of shoes manufactured, across all product categories.
2023
29.8% of CO₂ emissions reduced from our direct operations and 29.8% renewable electricity at business facilities.
2024
Released our 2023 Sustainability Report.
2025
Released our 2024 Sustainability Report.
External recognition
In 2018, we were the first company in our industry to have our carbon emission reduction target approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative.
Learn more about our sustainability innovations by visiting our
ASICS Design Philosophy page.
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GEL-NIMBUS® 28
has a carbon footprint of 9.3kg CO₂e/pair.
36% lower than the industry average*
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon footprint methodology version 1.2 and the most comprehensive reporting available for industry average running shoes, conducted by MIT (report)
GEL-NIMBUS® 28
has a carbon footprint of 9.3kg CO₂e/pair.
36% lower than the industry average*
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon footprint methodology version 1.2 and the most comprehensive reporting available for industry average running shoes, conducted by MIT (report)
SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4
has a carbon footprint of 13.0kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4
has a carbon footprint of 13.0kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-NYC™ 2.0
has a carbon footprint of 14.4kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-CUMULUS® 28
has a carbon footprint of 12.7kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-CUMULUS® 28
has a carbon footprint of 12.7kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-PULSE™ 17
has a carbon footprint of 11.1kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-PULSE™ 17
has a carbon footprint of 11.1kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-TRABUCO™ 14
has a carbon footprint of 11.1kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
GEL-TRABUCO™ 14
has a carbon footprint of 11.1kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
TRABUCO MAX™ 5
has a carbon footprint of 10.7kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2
TRABUCO MAX™ 5
has a carbon footprint of 10.7kg CO₂e/pair.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon
footprint methodology version 1.2