- Supply chain risks due to geopolitical tensions, extreme weather events, and port congestion.
- Geopolitical risks impacting sourcing, order fulfillment, and profitability.
- Disruptive norms and technological changes in the automotive sector (CAFÉ, iRDE, FAME, TREM).
- Uncertainty surrounding the volume and pace of electrification.
- Dependency on the mobility sector (85% of business).
BOSCH LIMITED
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-24 reporting, BOSCH LIMITED disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 7.5 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 in 2023-24). By scope: Scope 1: 6.97 tCO2e (2023-24); Scope 2: 0.51 tCO2e (2023-24); Scope 3: 353 million metric tons of CO2 (2022). 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
7.5 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 in 2023-24)
2023-24
Renewable Energy
82% (2023-24)
of total energy
Water Usage
68.4K m3 (rainwater harvested in 2023-24)
2023-24
Waste
6.5K tons (2023-24)
2023-24
Energy Use
186.15 GWh (2023-24)
2023-24
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-24)
| 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). | 6.97 tCO2e (2023-24) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0.51 tCO2e (2023-24) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 353 million metric tons of CO2 (2022) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-24 | 7.5 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 in 2023-24) |
| 2021-22 | 6.7 tCO2e (2021) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved overall carbon neutrality (Scope 1 & 2) since 2020 across its 400+ global locations.
- Reduced Scope 3 emissions by around 23 percent since 2018.
- Met 18 percent of its total energy demand with in-house solar power in 2023-24.
- Reduced Jaipur plant's Scope 1 emissions by 30 percent with a smart evaporator.
- Reduced absolute water withdrawal at water scarcity sites by 25 percent by 2025 compared to 2017 baseline.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce absolute water withdrawal at water scarcity sites by 25 percent by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Lower Absolute Scope 3 CO₂ Emissions by 15 percent by 2030.
- Increase on-site renewable generation to 400 GWh and 100 percent green electricity by 2030.
- Reduce the accident rate to 1.45 accidents per 1 million hours worked or less by 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate actionWaterCircular economyDiversity, Equity, InclusionHuman rightsHealth