- Scope 3 emissions represent over 90% of total emissions
- Fluctuations in electricity and heat energy consumption due to production planning and product portfolios
- Increased rate of illness due to the Covid-19 pandemic
- Limited impact on scope 3 emissions due to reliance on external suppliers
- Data limitations for accurately assessing and reducing scope 3 emissions
- Supply chain disruptions due to the Russo-Ukrainian War
Bayerische Milchindustrie eG (BMI)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2020-01 to 2021-12 reporting, Bayerische Milchindustrie eG (BMI) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.3M t CO2e (2020); 1701734 t CO2e (2021). By scope: Scope 1: 67.1K t CO2e (2020); 73086 t CO2e (2021); Scope 2: 64.2K t CO2e (2020); 57627 t CO2e (2021); Scope 3: 1.2M t CO2e (2020); 1571021 t CO2e (2021). 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
1.3M t CO2e (2020); 1701734 t CO2e (2021)
2020-01 to 2021-12
Renewable Energy
20% (heat energy at Jessen site in 2021)
of total energy
Water Usage
3.2M m³ (2018); 3156937 m³ (2021)
2020-01 to 2021-12
Waste
4.9K t (2018); 4625.5 t (2021)
2020-01 to 2021-12
Energy Use
598 million kWh (2018); 725 million kWh (2021)
2020-01 to 2021-12
📊 Emissions by Scope (2020-01 to 2021-12)
| 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). | 67.1K t CO2e (2020); 73086 t CO2e (2021) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 64.2K t CO2e (2020); 57627 t CO2e (2021) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.2M t CO2e (2020); 1571021 t CO2e (2021) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced specific energy consumption (electricity by ~8% since 2018, heat by ~14% since 2018)
- Increased proportion of separated waste to ~83% (aiming for >90%)
- Reduced total quantity of waste per tonne of processed raw material by approx. 17 per cent in 2021 compared to 2018
- Reduced specific fresh water consumption (from 1.87 m³/t in 2018 to 1.61 m³/t in 2021, with a slight increase in 2021 due to adjustments in cleaning cycles and increased raw material processing)
- Reduced specific waste water quantity to the flotation plant by 22% compared to 2019
- Reduced specific freight quantity of waste water by 33% compared to 2019
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Prepare a climate road map including a pathway for reducing emissions by December 2023
- By December 2023, 25% of acquired milk will be tested regarding its product-related CO2 footprint
- By December 2024, the proportion of separated waste should increase to 85%
- By June 2024, packaging material should be checked to ensure it can be recycled
- By December 2025, 50% of energy will be acquired from renewable energy sources
📅 Medium-term
- By December 2028, raw milk acquired/marketed for food retailing will come only from certified Haltungsform levels 3 + 4
🔭 Long-term
- Climate neutrality by 2040 (scope 1 and 2)
- By December 2035, at least 50% of heat energy and fuel requirements will be acquired from sustainable or renewable sources
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate, energy and conserving resourcesWater consumption and availabilitySustainable agriculture with a focus on animal welfareEmployee health & satisfaction