Since our founding in 1949, our purpose has been to help people
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 carbon footprint label
This label reflects our commitment to transparency around 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.
Our efforts towards circularity
At ASICS, we are shifting to a circular approach in three ways:
Less, Cleaner and Longer.
*Assessed using ASICS’ carbon footprint methodology version 1.1 and the most comprehensive reporting available for industry average running shoes, conducted by MIT (report).
Our sustainability progress
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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.
External recognition
We are the first sports company to have our targeted emissions
approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.
Together, we ran for reforestation
In collaboration with One Tree Planted, we planted 50,253 trees in 2023 across regions including Indonesia, Brazil, United States and Romania.
ASICS x Runkeeper
In collaboration with One Tree Planted, we are committing to planting
95,950 trees in 2024 as part of the Run for Reforestation Challenge.
95,950 trees in 2024 as part of the Run for Reforestation Challenge.
Our materials
Polyester Fabric from Recycled PET Bottles
Polyester production from recycled PET bottles emits less CO₂e and uses fewer fossil resources than traditional polyester production.
At least 50% of the GEL-KAYANO™ 31 shoe’s main upper* is made with polyester fabric from recycled PET.
The main material in the GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII UTILITY shoe's main upper is made from SYNTHETIC FIBER (at least 75% recycled polyester).
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 nanofiber are some examples.
GEL-KAYANO™ 31 and METARISE™ 2 PARIS 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%.
GEL-KAYANO™ 31, METARISE™ 2 PARIS and GEL-QUANTUM 360™ VIII shoes sockliner are made using a solution dyeing process.
Learn more about our sustainability innovations by visiting our
ASICS Design Philosophy page.
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.
Planting seeds for
a brighter tomorrow
The ASICS sunflower icon represents our sustainability pledge and commitment to preserving the planet.
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