- Potential lack of management in climate change-related activities
- Possible loss of stakeholder trust due to lack of involvement in company initiatives
- Possibility of not satisfying customer expectations due to lack of attention to product quality and customer service
- Possible unsafe use of products and consequent risks for customers due to lack of accurate consumer information
- Possible occurrence of discrimination in the workplace due to lack of protection of employee rights
- Possible occurrence of accidents or occupational illnesses due to lack of measures on employee health and safety
- Possible loss of talent due to deficient human resources management
GEWISS S.p.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, GEWISS S.p.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 13.3K tCO2e/year (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 4.6K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 8.7K tCO2e/year (2023). 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
13.3K tCO2e/year (2023)
2023
Waste
2.8K tons/year (2023)
2023
Energy Use
175.1K GJ/year (2023)
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). | 4.6K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 8.7K tCO2e/year (2023) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 13.3K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| 2022 | 14.5K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 14% decrease in energy consumption in 2023 compared to 2022
- 31% reduction in natural gas consumption in 2023
- Installation of a 488 kW photovoltaic system at the Calcinate logistics hub, reducing emissions by ~180 tonnes of CO2 per year
- 2.5% reduction in total waste in 2023
- 7% reduction in hazardous waste in 2023
- More than 78% recovery of non-hazardous waste in 2023
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Extension of emissions reduction plan to PERFORMANCE iN LIGHTING
- Initiatives for the circular economy
- Completion of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification for GEWISS Penafiel plant
- Implementation of corrective actions from Customer Satisfaction survey
📅 Medium-term
- Further installation of photovoltaic systems at other Group sites
- Implementation of Diversity & Inclusion action plan
- Further development of sustainable supply chain
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions (implicit long-term goal)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate actionSustainable innovation & digitalizationCommunity impactCustomer centricityStakeholder engagementResponsible supply chainCircular economyResponsible governanceBusiness ethics and complianceEmployee diversity, inclusion & wellbeing