- Contradictory forestry regulations regarding biomass sourcing.
- Insufficient wastepaper availability in Germany to meet secondary fiber demand.
- Vague packaging legislation hindering the switch from plastic to paper packaging.
- Climate change impacts on Rhine water levels affecting shipping logistics.
Koehler Holding SE & Co. KG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Koehler Holding SE & Co. KG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 250.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 249.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 15.6K tCO2e/year. 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
250.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
73% (electricity), 60% (heat)
of total energy
Waste
135.7K tons/year
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). | 249.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 15.6K tCO2e/year |
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 by 10% compared to the previous year.
- 73% of electricity and 60% of heat needs for paper production met with renewable energy sources.
- Replaced lignite with wood dust at Greiz mill, reducing annual CO2 emissions by 24,000 metric tons.
- Oberkirch power plant conversion to biomass fuel underway, expected to reduce direct emissions by 150,000 metric tons per year.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce direct emissions (Scope 1) by 80% by 2030 (compared to 2022).
📅 Medium-term
- Produce more renewable energy than needed for paper production by 2030.
- Reduce indirect emissions (Scope 3) by 20% by 2030 (compared to 2022).
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions by 2045.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeResource EfficiencyRenewable EnergySustainable Supply ChainEmployee Well-beingInnovation