Protecting the Future of Sport
Noel Kinder, Nike’s new Chief Sustainability Officer, reflects on the importance of preserving our planet for Nike’s long-term growth. On the March of Sustainability’s Progress 0 Noel Kinder, Nike’s Chief Sustainability Officer It’s the home court we all share, as a global sports community. It’s also the only one that we’ve got. At Nike, we know that the future of sport is interlocked with the future of our planet. That understanding serves as our North Star for sustainability. Without fresh air and clean water, athletes can’t thrive. Without stable climates and healthy ecosystems, they can’t push to reach their potential. Without access to safe places to play and train, they can’t compete on a level playing field. Just over four months ago, I started in my role as Nike’s Chief Sustainability Officer. I’m proud to work at a company with an unprecedented platform — and, I believe, unprecedented potential — to help catalyze the future of our planet. We take this work seri...