- Cyberattack in March 2023, resulting in data loss and hindering the full reporting of data and information.
- Shortage of skilled workers and competition in the labor market.
- Need to adapt to the changing mobility market and increasing digitalization.
ÜSTRA Hannoversche Verkehrsbetriebe Aktiengesellschaft
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
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.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 9.2K tCO2e/year (reduced from 9224 tons in 2021) |
| 2021 | 9.2K tCO2e/year (2021) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Increased share of renewable energy in total energy use (details not quantified in report due to cyberattack)
- Reduced CO2 emissions in total bus and tram operation from 9191 tons to 7920 tons due to increased use of electric buses (2022-2023)
- Replacement of conventional light sources with LED lighting at nine above-ground tram stops and Schlägerstraße station, resulting in annual electricity savings of approximately 11,400 kWh.
- Installation of three new high-level platforms in 2023, bringing the proportion of upgraded tram stops to over 80%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Complete the refurbishment of 40 TW 6000 trams by mid-2024.
- Expand the electric bus fleet by approximately 52 buses by 2028.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve fully emission-free commuting for employees by 2030.
- Provide employees with a diverse range of mobility options (cars, scooters, bicycles) at all locations by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Operate all city bus and tram lines CO2-free by 2035.
- Become a CO2-neutral company by 2035, including facilities, buildings, and infrastructure.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Economic SustainabilityEnvironmental SustainabilitySocial Sustainability