Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Health and Well-being
• Gender equality
• Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• Responsible Consumption and Production
• Climate Protection Measures
• Partnerships to achieve the goals

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced energy consumption by almost two-thirds since 2010 despite increased production.
• Reduced CO2 emissions from fuels by more than one-third over the last 10 years.
• Recycling rate reached 79% in 2022.
• 184,000 kWp of electricity generated annually by solar installation.

Social Achievements

• Halved workplace accident rate since 2013 (to 21.90 per 1,000 employees in 2021).
• Offers flexible working hours and remote work.
• Company sports activities and a modern cafeteria with food subsidies.
• Support for various social organizations in Berlin, the US, and India.

Governance Achievements

• Implemented a comprehensive compliance program to combat corruption.
• Strict zero-tolerance policy towards corruption.
• Regular supplier assessments to ensure adherence to high ethical standards.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic impact on workforce well-being.
• Historically male-dominated industry impacting gender equality.
• Supply chain disruptions and human rights concerns.
• Climate change and its impact on operations.

Mitigation Strategies

• Established COVID-19 crisis management team and testing center.
• Promoting gender-sensitive language and increasing women in leadership roles.
• Compliance with the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG).
• Implementing various climate protection measures (e.g., public transport subsidies, e-charging stations, green roof).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Considering human rights and fair wages in raw material sourcing.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Global Compact, Science-Based Targets (SBTs)

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015

Third-party Assurance: DEKRA Certification GmbH

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
• Goal 5: Gender equality
• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• Goal 13: Climate action
• Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals

Korsch's initiatives contribute to these goals through various measures described in the report.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Tableting machines with improved energy efficiency and reduced reliance on hydraulic oil.