- Medical film under pressure in China due to centralized procurement practices and go-to-market reorganization.
- Destocking at dealer side for medical film.
- Softness in European and North American markets for Direct Radiography (DR).
- Higher silver prices and lower volumes for film products impacting profitability.
- Lower volumes in Digital Print Solutions (DPS) due to anticipation of FESPA product launches.
- Postponed investment decisions due to new product launches.
Agfa-Gevaert Group
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.4K ktCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 combined including ex-Agfa Offset Solutions) |
| 2021 | 137.7 ktonnes/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reinvestment plan for energy production in Belgium is on track → reduction of combined scope 1 + 2 GHG absolute emissions set at 62% by 2030 from a 2006 base year for Belgian manufacturing sites considering the revised EU ‘Fit for 55’ package.
- Joined the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and committed to develop near-term science-based emissions reduction targets for the Group by end 2025.
- NHS Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment completed, resulting in receiving a Level 2: Comprehensive net zero targets and reporting for carbon emissions for Agfa Healthcare IT and Radiology Solutions in the UK.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Develop near-term science-based emissions reduction targets by end 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce combined scope 1 + 2 GHG absolute emissions by 62% by 2030 from a 2006 base year for Belgian manufacturing sites.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Corporate GovernanceSustainable PerformanceClimate ChangeDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Safety