- Supply chain disruptions (mentioned in the past tense, implying it was a challenge that has been overcome)
- Ever-shorter product lifecycles for electronic components.
- Rapid discontinuation of older components.
- Accelerated discontinuation of components and materials.
- Growing competition for specialists.
RAFI GmbH & Co. KG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, RAFI GmbH & Co. KG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.7K tCO2e (2023 with Xymox); 5168 tCO2e (2023 without Xymox). By scope: Scope 1: 3.2K tCO2e (2023 with Xymox and vehicle fleet); 2995 tCO2e (2023 without Xymox); Scope 2: 2.3K tCO2e (2023 with Xymox); 1948 tCO2e (2023 without Xymox). 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
5.7K tCO2e (2023 with Xymox); 5168 tCO2e (2023 without Xymox)
2023
Renewable Energy
25.71% (2023, in-house generation)
of total energy
Waste
1.1K metric tons (2023)
2023
Energy Use
28.4K MWh (2023 with Xymox); 26670 MWh (2023 without Xymox)
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). | 3.2K tCO2e (2023 with Xymox and vehicle fleet); 2995 tCO2e (2023 without Xymox) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 2.3K tCO2e (2023 with Xymox); 1948 tCO2e (2023 without Xymox) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Implemented an energy management system certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001:2018 at German and Hungarian sites.
- Procured 100% of electricity requirements at German locations from renewable sources since 2019.
- Invested tens of millions of euros in energy-efficiency renovations at the Berg location.
- Initiated construction of a new, energy-efficient production facility in Bad Waldsee.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- CO2 neutrality in Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Complete greenhouse gas neutrality in Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2045.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8)Health and well-being (SDG 3)Industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG 9)Climate protection measures (SDG 13)