Climate Change Data

RAFI GmbH & Co. KG

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:5,711 tCO2e (2023, with Xymox); 5,168 tCO2e (2023, without Xymox)
Scope 1 Emissions:3,158 tCO2e (2023, with Xymox and vehicle fleet); 2,995 tCO2e (2023, without Xymox)
Scope 2 Emissions:2,307 tCO2e (2023, with Xymox); 1,948 tCO2e (2023, without Xymox)
Renewable Energy Share:25.71% (2023, in-house generation)
Total Energy Consumption:28,374 MWh (2023, with Xymox); 26,670 MWh (2023, without Xymox)
Waste Generated:1,140.83 metric tons (2023)
Carbon Intensity:0.011 tCO2e/t€ (2023, with Xymox); 0.010 tCO2e/t€ (2023, without Xymox)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8)
  • Health and well-being (SDG 3)
  • Industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG 9)
  • Climate protection measures (SDG 13)

Environmental Achievements

  • Implemented an energy management system certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001:2018 at German and Hungarian sites.
  • Procured 100% of electricity requirements at German locations from renewable sources since 2019.
  • Invested tens of millions of euros in energy-efficiency renovations at the Berg location.
  • Initiated construction of a new, energy-efficient production facility in Bad Waldsee.

Social Achievements

  • Launched RAFI Academy, a global initiative for employee learning opportunities.
  • Developed the myRAFI app for employee communication.
  • Offered over 4,000 qualification activities per year for employees.
  • Implemented RIMA model for in-house professional training.
  • Expanded CSR activities with the “RAFI Heroes” campaign, donating €15,500 to various charities.

Governance Achievements

  • Implemented a structured compliance management system.
  • Consolidated laws and regulations affecting German locations in an index of legal provisions.
  • Introduced annual risk assessments at each RAFI Group site.
  • Achieved EcoVadis silver medal for sustainability efforts.
  • Joined the UN Global Compact.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Complete greenhouse gas neutrality in Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2045.
Short-term Goals:
  • CO2 neutrality in Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030.

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions (mentioned in the past tense, implying it was a challenge that has been overcome)
  • Ever-shorter product lifecycles for electronic components.
  • Rapid discontinuation of older components.
  • Accelerated discontinuation of components and materials.
  • Growing competition for specialists.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Proactive obsolescence management system.
  • Membership in Component Obsolescence Group Germany (COGD).
  • Centralized purchasing from the Berg location.
  • Expansion of supplier classification to include environmental, energy management, and human rights criteria.
  • Attractive employer package of fringe benefits, bonuses, and discounts.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Scoring system for supplier evaluation.
  • Quality and environmental certifications checked.
  • Compliance with guidelines and regulations on conflict materials.
  • Code of Conduct requirement for suppliers.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: DIN EN ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, DIN EN ISO 13485:2016, DIN EN ISO 14001:2015, DIN EN ISO 16247, DIN EN ISO 27001, DIN EN ISO 50001:2018

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 3
  • SDG 8
  • SDG 9
  • SDG 13

The report details how RAFI's initiatives contribute to these goals.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • SAFETY TOUCH®

Awards & Recognition

  • EcoVadis silver medal
  • German Bildungspreis (education award)