Biesterfeld AG

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)

Total Carbon Emissions:17,812 tCO2e (Scope 1 and 2 emissions for Hamburg headquarters only; Scope 3 emissions included but not broken down)

Scope 2 Emissions:266 tCO2e (Hamburg headquarters only)

Renewable Energy Share:100% at Hamburg headquarters (since 2017)

Total Energy Consumption:760,912 kWh (Hamburg headquarters only)

Reduced energy consumption by 41% compared to 2020 at Hamburg headquarters (due in part to increased remote work).
Used green electricity at all Hamburg facilities since 2017.
Reduced CO2 emissions per euro of turnover for goods transport by 13% compared to the previous year.
Continued participation in Operation Clean Sweep® and RSPO.

Provided tax-free lump sum to employees to help with pandemic-related financial burdens.
Expanded remote working arrangements.
Offered various health and well-being initiatives (e.g., flu jabs, eye exams, sports events).
Launched the ‘Women in Science’ initiative.
Implemented Biesterfeld Talent Circle and Management Circle development programs.

Implemented and maintained a robust compliance management system, including the B Honest whistleblower system.
Adherence to the Biesterfeld Group Code of Conduct.
Regular employee training on compliance and ethical conduct.

Global supply chain issues, rising prices, and the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Difficulty comparing international emissions data due to organizational restructuring.
Increased transport of goods leading to higher overall emissions.

Successful crisis management strategy during the pandemic.
Focus on energy efficiency improvements and green energy.
Optimization of logistics and route scheduling for goods transport.
Increased use of remote work to reduce emissions from commuting and business travel.
Carbon offsetting for business trips through a certified climate project in Malawi.

Climate Change Data