ARBURG GmbH + Co KG
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:5.6% (2021)
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:6457 tons/year (2021)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 100,000,000 kg between 2010 and 2021
- Achieved a CDP score of 'B' in 2022, exceeding the average for mechanical engineering companies.
- Achieved an EcoVadis “Silver Score”, placing ARBURG among the top 25% of companies.
- Increased renewable energy share to 5.6% in 2021 (slightly below the target of 7%).
- Reduced total energy requirement to 1,587.9 kWh/t of product in 2021.
Social Achievements
- Launched and expanded the ARBURG “Health allround” program, including occupational health management, a health center, and various wellbeing initiatives.
- Maintained a high employee retention rate (average length of service 13.6 years).
- Implemented remote working options, saving approximately 2,000,000 km in travel in 2022.
- Conducted 70 in-person training courses, six online events, and 70 e-learning sessions in 2022.
- Record number of 107 trainees and DHBW students started at ARBURG in 2022.
Governance Achievements
- Established a House of Compliance and an ARBURG Code of Conduct to ensure ethical and legal compliance.
- Implemented the ARBURG Anti-Corruption Policy in 2021.
- Participated in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) with a 'Commitment' status.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce total energy requirement at German headquarters by a further 5% by 2023.
- Increase share of photovoltaics and geothermal energy to at least 7% of total energy requirement by 2023.
Environmental Challenges
- Global supply chain disruptions in 2021/2022 due to the Ukraine war and other factors.
- Increased waste generation in 2021 (6,457 tonnes).
Mitigation Strategies
- Maintained cost-intensive but sustainable stocks of purchased parts.
- Assembled own PCBs to mitigate semiconductor supply issues.
- Implemented measures to reduce compressed air leakages, saving energy and reducing emissions.
- Increased recycling rate to 73.9% in 2021.
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Supplier Self-Assessments (SSA) and energy and environmental questionnaires for energy-intensive suppliers.
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct
- Supplier sustainability requirements
- German Supply Chain Duty of Care Act compliance
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: WIN Charter (Baden-Württemberg)
Certifications: ISO 9001, 14001, 50001
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Energy-efficient injection molding machines; water-cooled motors; planetary roller screw drives; electric and hybrid machines.
Awards & Recognition
- VDMA “Carbon Busters” award for returnable cup concept.