- Economic downturn requiring stringent cost control program and job reductions
- Balancing cost reduction through production outsourcing with environmental impact
- Increased sales through resellers reducing the number of leased systems and remanufacturing opportunities
- Increasing use of paper despite its environmental impact
Océ N.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2007-12 to 2008-11 reporting, Océ N.V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 13.3 ktCO2e + 34.9 ktCO2e (car fleet) + 48.2 ktCO2e (indirect) = 96.4 ktCO2e (estimated). By scope: Scope 1: 13.3 ktCO2e; Scope 3: 48.2 ktCO2e (estimated). 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
13.3 ktCO2e + 34.9 ktCO2e (car fleet) + 48.2 ktCO2e (indirect) = 96.4 ktCO2e (estimated)
2007-12 to 2008-11
Renewable Energy
7% (electricity for production sites)
of total energy
Water Usage
150.0K m3 (drinking water) + 12000 m3 (groundwater)
2007-12 to 2008-11
Waste
16.6 kt (hazardous and non-hazardous)
2007-12 to 2008-11
Energy Use
722 TJ
2007-12 to 2008-11
📊 Emissions by Scope (2007-12 to 2008-11)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 13.3 ktCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 48.2 ktCO2e (estimated) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2007-12 to 2008-11 | 13.3 ktCO2e + 34.9 ktCO2e (car fleet) + 48.2 ktCO2e (indirect) = 96.4 ktCO2e (estimated) |
| 2004-12 to 2005-11 | 23.4K tCO2e (direct); 49320 tCO2e (indirect) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Launched the Océ ColorWave 600, an emission-free wide format color printer with optimal energy efficiency
- Océ-France obtained ISO 14001 certification in December 2007
- Océ UK obtained ISO 14001 certification in February 2009
- Formed a Digital Print De-inking Alliance (DPDA) with three other printer producers to research inkjet-printed paper recyclability
- Intensified marketing of remanufactured systems under the brand name Océ Prémia Class
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 100% of newly introduced eligible product platforms to be ENERGY STAR® qualified
- 100% of newly introduced office products to comply with the ‘Blue Angel’ eco-labeling program
- By 2010, >20% reused parts in Océ developed products
- By 2010, >90% of sourced paper to carry a sustainable paper certification label
- Roll out employee awareness program; 100% of sales and service employees educated on eco-efficient document management
📅 Medium-term
- By 2012, introduce a new green flagship product
- All products introduced by 2012 to improve on at least two product-related focal points
- All products developed to follow Océ Eco Code from 2012
- By 2012, <2% of production site waste landfilled
- By 2012, average European lease car emissions <130 g CO2/km
🔭 Long-term
- By 2015, market two applications enabling eco-effective document management
- By 2015, explore marketing a more sustainable printing medium than recycled paper
- In 2015, 30% women in management positions
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Minimize incorrect and unnecessary printsMinimize energy consumption per printMaximize reuse of materials and minimize landfillMinimize emissions of ozone, dust, toner and noiseEstablish Océ as the employer of choice