- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from company premises and products.
- Improving energy procurement and in-house generation.
- Finding alternatives with higher recycled content for materials used in products.
Werner Strähle GmbH und Co. Verwaltungs KG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2020 reporting, Werner Strähle GmbH und Co. Verwaltungs KG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.5K tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 309 tCO2e; Scope 2: 203 tCO2e; Scope 3: 12.2K tCO2e. 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
1.5K tCO2e
2020
Renewable Energy
62% (Borkheide), 55% (Waiblingen in 2021)
of total energy
Waste
365 tons
2020
Energy Use
7.2M MJ
2020
📊 Emissions by Scope (2020)
| 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). | 309 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 203 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 12.2K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- First German manufacturer in the industry to consciously employ a circular economy.
- System 2000 product series became the first partition wall system in Germany to receive Cradle to Cradle® certification in 2015. A second system was certified in 2020.
- Partial implementation of energy-saving measures like installing photovoltaic systems, converting to green electricity and using LED lighting.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Compile carbon footprint for 2021, including detailed addendum to include purchased materials (Scope 3.1)
- Create life cycle assessment for main products
- Review conversion to green electricity at Waiblingen and Borkheide
- Eliminate compressed air leaks
- Consultation with energy consultants regarding energy refurbishment on existing buildings.
📅 Medium-term
- Roof surfacing and insulation work at Waiblingen
- New photovoltaic system installations on existing roof surfaces at Waiblingen and Borkheide
- Replace oil-fired heating system at Waiblingen
- Switch over 100% of lighting to LED at Waiblingen and Borkheide
- Gradually transition fleet of company cars to electric or hybrid vehicles
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve climate neutrality at all branches by 2026.
- All products manufactured using climate-neutral processes within the next ten years.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Circular EconomyClimate NeutralityEmployee Well-beingSocial Engagement