– Suunto strengthens science-based climate action at its 90th anniversary
NEW YORK, March 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 edition of Suunto Vertical Week mobilized the global outdoor community to collectively climb 136 million human-powered vertical meters between February 23 and March 1, exceeding the 10 million meter target and triggering a €10,000 donation from Suunto to Protect Our Winters Europe (POW Europe). Vertical Week is an annual campaign for Suunto, and for the past two years the company has used the initiative to support awareness of POW Europe's climate advocacy work. As Suunto marks its 90th anniversary in 2026, the company is committed to continue tracking its climate impact and use only recognised climate frameworks to guide its actions.
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