Fresenius Medical Care
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Fresenius Medical Care disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 731.3 thousand tons CO2 equivalents (Scope 1 and 2, market-based). By scope: Scope 1: 258.4 thousand tons CO2 equivalents (market-based); Scope 2: 472.9 thousand tons CO2 equivalents (market-based). 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
731.3 thousand tons CO2 equivalents (Scope 1 and 2, market-based)
2022
Renewable Energy
19%
of total energy
Water Usage
400.6 million m3
2022
Energy Use
2.6 million MWh
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). | 258.4 thousand tons CO2 equivalents (market-based) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 472.9 thousand tons CO2 equivalents (market-based) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water withdrawal per €1 million revenue from 0.5 m3 in 2021 to 0.4 m3 in 2022
- Increased renewable energy share in energy consumption from 20% in 2021 to 19% in 2022 (Note: Methodology changed in 2022)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EnvironmentSocialGovernance