Outdoor Industry Association’s (OIA) Climate Action Corps (CAC) and Clean Chemistry and Materials Coalition (CCMC) announced their achievements of 2024, spotlighting how the outdoor industry is advancing in sustainable business practices and climate resilience to build a stronger outdoor economy. In a challenging regulatory environment, these milestones highlight how industry-led efforts can make a meaningful difference for environmental health and a sustainable future, the association said in a release.
About the Climate Action Corps:
Since 2020, OIA members participating in the CAC are committed to collaboratively developing and implementing solutions to combat climate change throughout their organizations and across their value chains. By taking bold collective action, these leaders are driving the industry toward reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net-zero by 2050 — aims essential for limiting global warming to 1.5 C and preventing the worst impacts of climate change.
Throughout 2024, the 61 members of the Climate Action Corps have made substantial progress, including:
- 97% measuring or progressing on measuring their Scope 1 and 2 emissions; 90% addressing Scope 3 emissions
- 95% establishing GHG reduction action plans
- 59% making measurable progress toward these targets
- Significant engagement with supply chain partners, shifting to lower-GHG products, and improving energy efficiency among suppliers
About the Clean Chemistry & Materials Coalition (CCMC):
Launched in summer 2023, the CCMC supports retailers, brands, manufacturers, and distributors in adopting safer, more sustainable chemicals and materials. This coalition innovates on sustainability, aims to build consumer trust in their brands and proactively prepares for chemical regulations. The CCMC supports members as they pioneer innovation in safer chemistry, build consumer trust and deliver durable, trustworthy products. This is the first year that the progress of the CCMC has been reported by its 51 members.
Key 2024 milestones include:
- 79% of members setting chemical management goals
- 65% developing action plans to achieve safer chemistry
- 90% communicating their Restricted Substances Lists (RSL) to their suppliers
- Significant strides in phasing out PFAS and strengthening chemicals management practices throughout the supply chain
Industry Leadership & Impact:
The Outdoor Industry Association, through the Climate Action Corps and Clean Chemistry and Materials Coalition, said it is leading the way as the outdoor industry takes decisive action to protect our planet. These efforts are not only reducing the industry’s environmental footprint but also fostering innovation, transparency, and consumer confidence. “While there is still work to be done, our collective efforts in 2024 demonstrate resilience and the industry’s strong commitment to sustainability,” said Julie Brown, OIA director of sustainable business innovation.
