- Global component shortage impacting the timely introduction of compulsory identification for ticket-based games
- Decreased demand for Veikkaus games due to the war in Ukraine and general consumer uncertainty
- Shifting gambling market towards digital channels with unauthorized operators
- Measuring the impact of responsibility measures on problem gambling due to lack of a universally accepted definition and indicators
Veikkaus Oy
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Veikkaus Oy disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2). By scope: Scope 1: 458 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.8K tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 42.2K tCO2e/year. 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
2.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2)
2022
Energy Use
12.0K MWh/year (electricity) + 7751 MWh/year (heat)
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 458 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.8K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 42.2K tCO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 2.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2) |
| 2021 | 45.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2e emissions from own operations (Scope 1 and 2) to 2,259 tonnes in 2022 (2021: 2,795 tonnes)
- 97% recycling rate of slot machines (including energy recovery)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve 100% identified gambling by 2023 (compulsory identification for all games)
📅 Medium-term
- Develop a carbon roadmap towards zero emissions
🔭 Long-term
- Become a carbon-neutral gambling company
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Responsible gamingResponsible corporate citizenshipEmployee well-being