- Shortage of qualified staff, especially in STEM professions.
- Standardized recording and consolidation of material flows across the Group.
- Systematically taking into account risks regarding natural resources and biodiversity at Group level.
- Integrating sustainability into BKW’s purchasing organizations.
- Increased construction of PV systems impacting the distribution grid.
BKW AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, BKW AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.3M tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 806.4 thousand tonnes CO2eq; Scope 2: 251.8 thousand tonnes CO2eq; Scope 3: 419.7 thousand tonnes CO2eq. 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 tCO2e
2023
Renewable Energy
75% (installed production capacity), 62% (energy production)
of total energy
Waste
2.4K tons
2023
Energy Use
367.6 GWh
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). | 806.4 thousand tonnes CO2eq |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 251.8 thousand tonnes CO2eq |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 419.7 thousand tonnes CO2eq |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Renewable energies account for more than 75% of installed production capacities.
- Significant decrease in total emissions compared to previous years.
- Successfully decommissioned Mühleberg Nuclear Power Plant phase 1, 16 months ahead of schedule.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Electrify at least 500 vehicles by the end of 2026.
- All relevant suppliers to have a sustainability rating at least equivalent to the respective industry average by the end of 2026.
📅 Medium-term
- Electrify entire vehicle fleet by 2030.
- Convert all heating systems in commercial and residential buildings to lower emission technologies by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the Energy business to net zero by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
SocietyUse of ResourcesClimate NeutralityCorporate GovernanceEmployeesSecure ProductsSecure Data