- Increased raw material consumption with increased production.
- Scope 3 emissions (estimated at 79% of total greenhouse gas emissions).
HEINE Optotechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, HEINE Optotechnik GmbH & Co. KG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of Under 190 tCO2e in 2022; significantly reduced in 2023 (exact figures not provided). By scope: Scope 3: Estimated at 79% of total GHG emissions. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
Under 190 tCO2e in 2022; significantly reduced in 2023 (exact figures not provided)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% (green electricity from renewable sources since 2022)
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | Estimated at 79% of total GHG emissions |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions at the Gilching site and Weimar branch office by 86% between 2021 and 2022. Further reduction of 32% from 2022 to 2023 by using hydropower electricity.
- Saved the environment from the effects of 3,463 tonnes of CO2eq by using eco plastics for blades and ear speculums in 2023.
- New headquarters built according to German Energy Saving Ordinance (EnEV), exceeding some standards; uses groundwater heat pump for cooling and waste heat recovery for heating; almost half of the property is green.
- Reduced paper consumption by approximately 9000 sheets in 2023 through process changes.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeResponsible Consumption and ProductionGood Health and WellbeingEmployee WellbeingOccupational SafetySupply Chain ResponsibilityHuman Rights