Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO₂ emissions in scheduled transport through network optimization by 15% (compared to 2019)
• Reduced the number of kilometers traveled per parcel in the regular service network through the use of eight regional sorting centers and optimal capacity utilization of regular service vehicles.
• Reduced annual CO2 emissions by 141,984 kg through a PV system at the central HUB in Niederaula.
• Increasing deployment of cargo bikes and electric vehicles, especially in urban environments.

Social Achievements

• Support for numerous social projects, including It’s for Kids foundation and Sternenbrücke children’s hospice.
• 24,946 internal training courses offered via online tool and face-to-face learning sessions.
• Support for local communities through various initiatives.
• Cooperation with secondary schools to present career opportunities in the CEP market.

Governance Achievements

• Implementation of a system-wide environmental management scheme in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001.
• Implementation of a whistle-blower system.
• Adherence to the GO! Code of Conduct, encompassing principles like prohibition of forced labor, child labor, and discrimination.
• PQ KEP seal of approval for subcontractors ensuring fair working conditions.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Heterogeneous corporate structure presents greater challenges in achieving sustainability goals.
• Reducing emissions along transport routes.

Mitigation Strategies

• Encouraging stations to share experiences and set targets considering their respective sizes.
• Regular review and adjustment of logistical routes for ecological compatibility.
• Implementing an efficient energy management system at stations and sites.
• Using photovoltaics, electric and gas filling stations, and energy-saving LED technology.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• PQ KEP seal of approval for subcontractors

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: DIN EN ISO 9001, DIN EN ISO 14001, UN Global Compact

Certifications: DIN EN ISO 9001:2015, DIN EN ISO 14001 (GO! Germany and regional HUBs)

Awards & Recognition

• kununu’s “Top Company”, “Open Company”

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate protection
• Ecological commitment
• Social responsibility
• Corporate governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO₂ emissions in scheduled transport by 15% compared to 2019 through network optimizations
• Reduced the number of kilometers traveled per parcel in the regular service network through the use of seven regional sorting centers and optimal capacity utilization of regular service vehicles.
• PV system at the central HUB in Niederaula generated 91,742.90 kWh of renewable energy in 2024.
• Carbon-neutral production of printed matter through carbon reduction certificates.

Social Achievements

• Support of numerous social projects (DKMS, Charity for Charité, Hände für Kinder e. V., Kinder-Hospiz Sternenbrücke, Hamburger Tafel e. V., Tafel Lübeck e. V., Plan International Deutschland e. V., It’s for Kids)
• Implementation of PQ KEP seal of approval for subcontractors to ensure fair working conditions.

Governance Achievements

• Adherence to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact
• Implementation of a system-wide environmental management scheme in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001
• Implementation of DIN EN ISO 27001 (information security management system) certification.
• Implementation of DIN EN ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety management system) certification.
• Implementation of DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 (quality management) certification.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Emissions produced along transport routes
• Balancing cost-effective operations with an eco-friendly approach.

Mitigation Strategies

• Route optimization
• Use of cargo bikes and electric vehicles
• Implementation of energy management system
• Use of photovoltaics, electric and gas filling stations, and energy-saving LED technology
• Continuous review and adjustment of routing
• Offering complementary delivery options (individual agreements, pooling of deliveries, route optimization).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• PQ KEP seal of approval for subcontractors

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Global Compact, DIN EN ISO 14001, DIN EN ISO 9001:2015, DIN EN ISO 27001, DIN EN ISO 45001

Certifications: DIN EN ISO 9001:2015, DIN EN ISO 14001, DIN EN ISO 27001, DIN EN ISO 45001, GDP (Good Distribution Practice)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
• SDG 5: Gender Equality
• SDG 4: Quality Education
• SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
• SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals