Sustainable Running Gear | Running Responsibly

We champion the run for all and work to protect the planet we run on.

People

It starts with people. We create access and opportunity, respect human rights of workers in our supply chain, and build a more inclusive running community where we all run on equal ground.

Planet

Earth is home. We are working to reduce our environmental impact across our products and supply chain through investments in chemical management, emissions reduction, and waste reduction.

Our priorities

These five focus areas shape how we make real and lasting change.

Access and opportunity

Objective: Create access and opportunity across our brand, workplace, and running community
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Responsible sourcing

Objective: Protect the human rights and well-being of workers manufacturing Brooks product and materials
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Responsible chemicals

Objective: Manage chemicals responsibly to help protect people and the planet
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Climate action

Objective: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with climate science
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Waste reduction and recovery

Objective: Minimize material waste and implement solutions that maximize highest value for remaining manufacturing waste and post-consumer products

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2025 Key progress highlights

$5.5 million* total community impact investment
9% YOY reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions, and 17% reduction since 2021 baseline
94% of all Brooks footwear and apparel styles contain recycled
and/or bio-based materials
98% of footwear material waste is diverted from
landfill/incineration, up from 66% in 2024

Learn more about our latest performance in the 2025 Corporate Responsibility Performance Report

*Includes Future Run program, Community Partners, and Employee Impact programming

Transparency and accountability

The finish line of this marathon is a long way off, but we’re committed to positive change and transparency about where we can do more and how we can do better.

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