Climate Change Data

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-2021)

Reporting Period: 2020-2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:85% (electricity)
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Resource Efficiency
  • Employee Well-being
  • Occupational Safety
  • Environmental Protection

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced CO2 emissions in 2021 compared to 2020 (per million euros of revenue).
  • Developed new materials that eliminate the need for post-curing in seal production, saving energy.
  • Implemented a bio exhaust air treatment system in Reichelsheim, reducing energy consumption and eliminating unpleasant odors.
  • Recycles several billion PET bottles per year, keeping about 150 kilotons of CO2 out of the atmosphere.
  • Oberwihl plant is moving towards climate neutrality by boosting energy efficiency, switching to wood chip heating, and exploring on-site renewable energy generation.

Social Achievements

  • Launched the "We All Take Care!" program to promote occupational safety, employee health, and environmental protection.
  • Implemented GROWTTH program for continuous improvement and employee training in energy savings.
  • Focus on reducing friction in seals to help customers conserve energy.

Governance Achievements

  • ESG factors are integrated into investment decisions, considering energy efficiency and cost.
  • Transparency and verifiable data are used for sustainability reporting and external audits.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Carbon neutrality for the entire Freudenberg Group by 2045.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 30% by 2025 (compared to 2020 levels, in tons of CO2 per million euros of revenue).

Environmental Challenges

  • Availability of green electricity varies across global locations.
  • Lack of green steel availability for procurement.
  • High costs associated with some sustainability initiatives (e.g., CO2 separation).
  • Need to balance sustainability goals with economic viability.
  • Long supply chains.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Internal CO2 pricing (25 euros/ton) in locations without carbon pricing.
  • Collaboration with suppliers and customers to test new sustainable approaches (e.g., green steel, bioplastics).
  • Focus on energy efficiency improvements and process optimization.
  • Investment in on-site renewable energy generation (e.g., wood chip boilers, solar panels).
  • Continuous improvement programs (e.g., GROWTTH) to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Focus on sourcing green steel and other sustainable materials.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and processes.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • New materials that eliminate post-curing in seal production.
  • Low-friction seals that help customers conserve energy.
  • Seals for electrolyzers enabling green hydrogen production.

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed