- Increasing amounts of waste due to population growth and changed leisure behavior.
- Increased littering in green spaces.
- Challenges related to climate change (e.g., drought affecting garden and park waste).
- Shortage of skilled workers, particularly in training professions.
- Increasing amounts of graffiti.
- Illegal waste disposal.
Stadtreinigung Leipzig
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2020 reporting, Stadtreinigung Leipzig disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 610 tCO2e (heating) + 403 tCO2e (electricity) = 1013 tCO2e. 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
610 tCO2e (heating) + 403 tCO2e (electricity) = 1013 tCO2e
2020
Water Usage
34.4M liters
2020
Waste
217.6K tons
2020
Energy Use
3.9M kWh
2020
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 82 tons compared to the previous year through various energy efficiency measures and the conversion of outdoor lighting.
- Reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 5 tons in 2020 through the conversion of outdoor lighting in some operational facilities.
- Implemented the use of hot water instead of chemicals for weed and dirt removal.
- Created four new flowering strips in the Mariannenpark and along Nürnberger Straße to promote biodiversity.
- Established insect-friendly beds at the Mendebrunnen and other locations.
- Used a special mowing machine to protect insects in long-grass meadows.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Further reduce CO2 emissions through continued investment in energy efficiency measures and alternative drive technologies.
📅 Medium-term
- Increase the share of alternative drive technologies in the vehicle fleet.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Waste managementGreen spacesCity cleanlinessWinter serviceEmployee well-beingClimate protectionBiodiversityCircular economySustainable procurement