Climate Change Data

PAYER Group

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:443.954 kg CO2eq
Scope 1 Emissions:262.609 kg CO2eq
Scope 2 Emissions:896.084 kg CO2eq
Scope 3 Emissions:1.733.110 kg CO2eq
Total Energy Consumption:8.545,4 MWh (non-renewable) + 2.292,2 MWh (renewable)
Water Consumption:16.9 ML
Waste Generated:315.457 kg (non-hazardous)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Continuously reduced carbon footprint by implementing energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources.
  • Increased recycling efforts, leading to a significant decrease in waste sent to landfills.

Social Achievements

  • Strengthened commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workforce.
  • Engaged with local communities through various initiatives and partnerships.
  • Invested in employee training and development programs.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a sustainability governance structure.
  • Developed a Code of Business Conduct.
  • Set up a whistleblowing platform.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 100% in 2040 vs. 2020.
  • 50% of plastic granulate and electronics used for consumer goods to be made of recycled materials by 2040.
  • 100% of consumer goods packaging to be recyclable or reusable by 2030.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 50% in 2030 vs. 2020.
  • Achieve 45% share of women in leadership and management positions by 2030.
  • Purchase 100% renewable electricity globally at all sites by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Launch a health & well-being program accessible to 100% of employees by 2025.
  • Achieve 0% complaint or reported failure rate annually in the Medical business unit.

Environmental Challenges

  • High demand for plastics in packaging and products.
  • Potential for supply chain disruptions.
  • Need to improve data collection and reporting processes.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developing sustainable alternatives for plastics.
  • Implementing measures to reduce energy consumption.
  • Improving data management and governance.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct launched in 2023.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather conditions
Transition Risks
  • Governmental regulations for climate change mitigation
Opportunities
  • Technological advances in energy production & storage
  • Financial incentives for sustainable practices

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards)

Certifications: EcoVadis Bronze Medal

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 8
  • 9
  • 12
  • 13
  • 16

Awards & Recognition

  • EcoVadis Bronze Medal