- Market uncertainties due to global political situations and economic factors
- Rising wage and energy costs and high inflation
- Labor market shortages
- Postponements or shutdowns of projects due to nitrogen issues
- Increase in sick leave (4.4% in 2023)
- Cybersecurity risks associated with digitalization
Witteveen+Bos N.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Witteveen+Bos N.V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.5K tCO2e/year (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 18 tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 927 tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 3: 1.6K 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
2.5K tCO2e/year (2023)
2023
Energy Use
1.7M kWh/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). | 18 tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 927 tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.6K tCO2e/year (2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon footprint per employee (specific figures not provided)
- Reduced energy consumption at head office
- Reduced emissions through adjustments to catering policy
- Launched 'W+B on the mOve' mobility program, reducing reliance on petrol cars
- Implementation plans for climate-neutral projects by 2040
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Further refine ESG monitoring and reporting
- Conduct a double materiality assessment (early 2024)
- Adjust organization to accommodate CSRD reporting (2024)
📅 Medium-term
- Climate-neutral internal business operations by 2030
- Climate-neutral designs by 2040
- Maximally contribute to improving biodiversity by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeBiodiversityWaterEnergy transitionCircular economySocial equality