- Consolidation in the industry.
- Shortage of skilled labor.
- Inflation and rising energy costs.
- Climate and geopolitical crises.
- Rapid advances in digitalization and AI technologies.
- Demands for sustainable production and trade.
- Significant environmental footprint of textile production (water, energy, waste).
Messe Frankfurt GmbH
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 |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 554.58 tCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Numerous exhibitors presented sustainable products and technologies.
- Econogy label provided transparency for sustainable offerings.
- Special shows focused on sustainable, reusable, and recycled materials.
- Exhibitors showcased recycling technologies.
- Nature Performance Area highlighted natural fibers.
- Many companies showcased PFC-free and other eco-friendly products (e.g., Biotex Malaysia's Bioguard Zero, Daikin Chemical's Unidyne XF, CHT Group's products from recycled materials).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
SustainabilityDigitalizationCircular Economy