Heinzel Holding GmbH
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:4,635,928 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:171,360 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:331,611 tCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:3,574,085 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:58.8%
Total Energy Consumption:4,666.28 MWh
Water Consumption:32.30 million m³ (total withdrawals)
Waste Generated:251,255 tons
Carbon Intensity:1.85 tCO2e/EURK (2023)
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Renewable Energy
- Responsible Water Use
- Biodiversity
- Sustainable and Circular Products
- Social Engagement
- Fair Business Practices
- Good Employer
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 GHG emissions by 6.7% to 171,360 metric tons of CO2e in 2023.
- Reduced Scope 2 GHG emissions by 5.7% to 331,611 metric tons of CO2e in 2023.
- Maintained GHG intensity at 0.32 metric tons of CO2e per metric ton of product manufactured.
- Reduced biogenic CO2e emissions from biomass by 3.2% to 1,030,325 metric tons of CO2e in 2022.
- Increased renewable energy share to 58.8% of total energy consumption.
Social Achievements
- Invested an additional 111 Euro in training per employee compared to 2021.
- 46.1% of workforce participated in regular staff appraisals and career development meetings in 2023.
Governance Achievements
- Redefined remuneration policy for board members and general managers to link it more closely to sustainability goals.
- Evaluated sustainability and climate risks based on TCFD recommendations for the first time in 2023.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 78% renewable energy by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Water scarcity related to climate change.
- Extreme weather events causing damage to infrastructure and machinery.
- Rising sea levels endangering the Estonian site.
- Rising CO2 prices increasing operating costs.
- Risk of declining sales due to environmental concerns.
- Potential risk of damage to reputation.
- Competition for biomass resources.
- Dependence on reliable suppliers.
- Workforce-related risks (occupational accidents, skilled labor shortage).
Mitigation Strategies
- Diversifying business operations.
- Implementing a decarbonization plan (requires significant investment).
- Improving energy efficiency.
- Preparing for upcoming regulations (CSRD, CSDDD, PPWR, EUDR).
- Integrating evaluated sustainability risks into the Group’s risk management.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Use of certified raw materials (FSC®, PEFC, EUTR)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Water scarcity
- Extreme weather events
- Rising sea levels
Transition Risks
- Rising CO2 prices
- Changes in legislation
- Market preferences
- Declining sales due to environmental concerns
Opportunities
- Higher CO2 prices accelerating the break-even of decarbonization projects
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: TCFD, ESRS
Certifications: FSC®
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed