- High energy prices and internationally uncompetitive electricity prices.
- Logistical challenges in supply chains.
- Weak construction industry due to rising costs.
- Weakness in the automotive industry.
- Shift in drive technology from combustion engines to electric drives.
- National Climate Protection Act and European “Fit for 55” package.
- Hot, dry summers leading to lower water volumes in the Saalach River and lower hydropower yields.
- Increased occurrence of heavy downpours increasing the potential risk of flooding.
Stahlwerk Annahütte Max Aicher GmbH & Co. KG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Stahlwerk Annahütte Max Aicher GmbH & Co. KG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 17.4K tons CO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2). By scope: Scope 1: 17.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 0 tCO2e/year (since 2022); Scope 3: 709 tons GHG emissions from steel billet sourcing. 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
17.4K tons CO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
52.6% of total energy use
of total energy
Water Usage
2.1M m3/year (withdrawal)
2023
Waste
23.7K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
22.9K MWh/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). | 17.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 tCO2e/year (since 2022) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 709 tons GHG emissions from steel billet sourcing |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced specific natural gas consumption since the renovation of the walking beam furnace in mid-2019.
- Achieved an availability of over 99.5 percent for the SAH II hydropower plant since its initial operation in December 2020.
- Sourcing purchased electricity completely from renewable energies since 2022.
- Reduced CO2 emissions and nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 20 percent (projected for 2024 with the new walking beam furnace).
- Significantly reduced material usage in various anchor systems while maintaining performance characteristics, improving CO2 balance.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1 CO2 emissions and nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 20 percent (2024 with new walking beam furnace).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environment & EnergyEmployees & SocietyBusiness & Value Creation