- Reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions (majority of emissions outside direct control)
- Managing the energy transition and its impact on the business
- Ensuring compliance with evolving regulations (CSRD)
SEFE Securing Energy for Europe GmbH
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SEFE Securing Energy for Europe GmbH disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 180 ktCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) + 55,886 ktCO2e (Scope 3) in 2023. By scope: Scope 1: 39 ktCO2e (2023); Scope 2: 51 ktCO2e (2023); Scope 3: 55.9K ktCO2e (2023). 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
180 ktCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) + 55,886 ktCO2e (Scope 3) in 2023
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 39 ktCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 51 ktCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 55.9K ktCO2e (2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- ~60% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2023 versus baseline period
- >15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions versus 2021 baseline year
- 2 new methane leak detection systems installed at storage sites
- 29,500 kWh of electricity produced by solar power at Jemgum by end of Q1 2024
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Purchasing 100% renewable energy for Berlin, Kassel and London offices by 2025
- Ensuring that 25 per cent of top leadership are women by 2025
- Ensuring each employee participates in at least five hours of self-selected training p.a., by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Reducing Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by more than 50 per cent by 2030
- Generating a 15 per cent reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030
- Selling in total over 25 Terawatt hours p.a. of low-carbon energy by 2030
- Ensuring that 50 per cent of our suppliers have a Code of Conduct in place by 2024, and 80 per cent by 2027
- Allocating at least 30 per cent of the annual IT budget for innovation and digitalisation activities by 2025
🔭 Long-term
- Achieving Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2040
- Develop material hydrogen capability in line with expected hydrogen market developments
- Target: Ensuring that 100 per cent of employees receive diversity, equity and inclusivity training each year by 2025
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Facilitating a low-carbon economyCreating energy security and a reliable workplaceBuilding strong governance, ethics, and compliance practices