PUMA is a German sportswear and athletic footwear manufacturer founded in 1948, headquartered in Herzogenaurach.
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PUMA reports comprehensive climate data with third-party verification and achieved a 29% absolute emissions reduction from 2017. However, its renewable energy claim relies entirely on unbundled RECs rather than additionality-based procurement, understating decarbonization integrity. Ongoing controversies over Palestinian settlement sponsorship and worker rights concerns materially undermine sustainability credibility.
Puma scores 42/100 (Below expectations) on SINK's independent climate assessment, scored from public data only. Fees pay for the review, never the result. Last verified May 2026.
That places Puma joint 317th of 847 companies scored, and joint 22nd of 41 in Apparel (Durable / Outdoor).
Where Puma sits among apparel (durable / outdoor) peers.
Among the 41 major apparel (durable / outdoor) brands we've scored, Puma is tied =22nd of 41, with 1 other.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
Stand.earth identifies greenwashing risk in 100% renewable claim reliance on unbundled RECs without transparency.
PUMA claims 100% renewable electricity for own operations, but Stand.earth found this sourced entirely from unbundled RECs/EACs with only ~20% from actual renewable tariffs—no PPAs or on-site generation evident.
No science-based nature targets yet; SBTN planned for 2026.
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Get in touch →Strongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain (8/10, 7/10). Weakest on Controversies & Red Flags and Energy Source (3/10, 5/10).
The 3 companies in the sector scoring nearest above Puma.
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PUMA is a German sportswear and athletic footwear manufacturer founded in 1948, headquartered in Herzogenaurach. With ~18,700 employees and €8.8bn revenue (2024), it designs and sells apparel, footwear, and accessories across lifestyle and performance segments, competing directly with Nike and Adidas in the global athletic wear market.
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