Our Contribution to Mitigating Climate Change

Only those who understand their emissions can reduce them in a targeted way. That is why the collection, calculation and analysis of climate data represent the first and most crucial step on our path toward effective climate protection.

We systematically collect data across our entire value chain – from our own sites (Scope 1 and 2) to upstream processes such as production, materials, transport and waste (Scope 3). This transparency enables us to identify the most important levers for change.

At the same time, we are aware that data quality is an ongoing process. Especially in complex global supply chains, the database continues to evolve. For this reason, we are continuously working to improve the depth and quality of our data – together with our partners.

The baseline for our reduction targets is the year 2021. Based on our analysis, the following baseline was established: in Scope 1 and 2, we emitted approximately 9,700 tCO₂e in 2021. However, the majority of our emissions arise within our supply chain, where our products are manufactured. In Scope 3, emissions amounted to around 380,000 tCO₂e in 2021.

Since establishing this baseline, we have been continuously working to improve the underlying data. As data quality and availability increase, we gain an increasingly accurate picture of our actual emissions.

Against this background, and together with a management consultancy, we further developed and adjusted our calculation approach to better reflect current requirements and best practices. The aim was to further enhance the robustness and comparability of our data.

As a result, changes over time are not solely attributable to actual emission developments, but also to improved data quality and methodological advancements, which have in some cases led to higher calculated emission levels.

In 2024, emissions in Scope 1 and 2 amounted to 7,000 tCO₂e. The majority of emissions continue to occur in Scope 3 and total just under 370,000 tCO₂e.

Within the supply chain, progress toward our climate targets is measured using key performance indicators (KPIs). These KPIs are reviewed regularly and adjusted as needed, most recently in 2026. To achieve our targets, we engage in close dialogue with our suppliers and support them in defining appropriate measures (for example, how to source more climate‑friendly energy). Through existing communication channels, workers and other local stakeholders also have the opportunity to contact us on climate‑related issues.

To better reflect emissions arising in our supply chain, we conducted a supplier survey for the first time in 2024, involving a total of 278 suppliers. The results enable us to estimate emissions more realistically and, at the same time, to engage in individual dialogue with suppliers in order to jointly work on measures and targets.

Currently, we are working together with our suppliers to advance the systematic collection of their own emissions data. Our goal is to establish this practice with at least 50% of our suppliers. In parallel, we encourage and support our suppliers in transitioning to renewable energy sources – here, too, we aim for at least 50% to take initial steps in this direction.