Climate Change Data

Körber AG

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:1,731,542 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:13,320 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:5,006 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:1,713,216 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:33.4%
Total Energy Consumption:123,584 MWh/year
Water Consumption:123,545 m3/year
Waste Generated:12,014 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate protection
  • Circular economy
  • Fair and attractive employer
  • Internal dialog
  • Giving to society
  • Business ethics
  • Responsible information management
  • Supply chain responsibility

Environmental Achievements

  • 14 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the previous year (2022)
  • Achieved CO2e neutrality (Scope 1 and 2) by switching all suitable Körber sites to green electricity by the end of 2023.
  • Reduced total energy consumption by 2% compared to the previous year and by 16% compared to 2021.
  • Reduced total waste (hazardous and non-hazardous) from 11,637 tons in 2022 to 12,014 tons in 2023.
  • Reduced freshwater consumption from 125,463 m3 in 2022 to 123,545 m3 in 2023.
  • Increased share of renewable energy consumption (electrical energy) from 48.3% in 2021 to 78% in 2023.
  • Increased share of renewable energy consumption (green gas) from 13% in 2021 to more than 33% in 2023.

Social Achievements

  • Joined the ‘Allianz der Chancen’ (Alliance for Opportunities) initiative.
  • Successfully introduced the SAP SuccessFactors Learning management system worldwide.
  • Developed a group-wide implementation plan for various management systems, especially occupational health and safety systems (ISO 45001).
  • Employees participated in twenty workshops to develop a shared vision for a sustainable Körber culture by 2030.
  • Expanded group-wide donation campaign by €1,000 per year until 2026.
  • Expanded volunteer programs in the Group.

Governance Achievements

  • Integrated requirements specified in the German Supply Chain Act into supplier management processes.
  • 90% of relevant employees had a valid compliance training certificate (though this dropped in 2023 due to system changes).
  • 80% of IT infrastructure monitored by the Cyber Defense Center (CDC) by 2023.
  • All software and IT companies of the Körber Group certified with ISO 27001 or equivalent by 2023.
  • 90% of relevant purchasing volume went through an ESG self-assessment of relevant suppliers every year (significantly exceeded in 2023).

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net-zero emissions throughout the entire value chain by 2040.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 90% by 2030 compared to 2021.
  • Achieve 100% electric company fleet by 2030.
  • Develop charging infrastructure at all relevant Körber locations by 2030.
  • Reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 3 by 90% by 2040 compared to 2021.
  • Achieve 50% share of primary data in Scope 3.1 by 2030 and 90% by 2040.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 29.4% by 2027.
  • Reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 3 by 17.5% by 2027.
  • Operate all suitable Körber sites with green gas by 2025.
  • Implement photovoltaic systems at all suitable Körber sites by 2024.
  • Achieve 90% participation rate of managers in the global talent development program GPS yearly.

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions due to global developments and market conditions.
  • Challenges in switching over to green energy, particularly the transition to green gas.
  • Insufficient charging infrastructure in some countries for electric vehicles.
  • Maintaining a high percentage of employees with valid compliance and data protection training certificates due to system changes.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Long-term planning for the transition to green energy, including the use of alternative measures.
  • Expanding charging infrastructure at all relevant Körber locations.
  • Implementing new learning platforms and training programs to maintain high compliance and data protection training rates.
  • Developing sustainable alternatives to gas usage and evaluating options for their technical implementation.
  • Working with landlords to switch to green electricity in leased spaces.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: More than 5,000 suppliers assessed using IntegrityNext platform in 2023.

Responsible Procurement
  • Code of Conduct for Suppliers
  • IntegrityNext platform for sustainability monitoring
  • Regular audits regarding quality, management systems, and sustainability
  • ESG self-assessments

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Market shifts
  • Regulatory changes
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards 2021, GRI 1: Foundation 2021, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • Goal 5: Gender Equality
  • Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • Goal 13: Climate Action

Körber's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and actions related to employee well-being, gender equality, climate protection, responsible supply chains, resource efficiency, and sustainable products and services.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Layer Palletizer PA15 (energy-efficient)
  • VarioSort Gen. V 5.0 (energy-saving drive)
  • Switch 75 (flexible inspection machine)
  • Biodegradable filters
  • Energy Optimizer
  • Value4Data (data for sustainable decisions)
  • InspectifAI (AI-based inspection for pharmaceuticals)

Awards & Recognition

  • Platinum Medal from EcoVadis
  • ‘Excellence’ classification for sustainability report at the ‘ESG Transparency Awards’