- Reduced consumer spending and postponed purchases of durable goods.
- Unfavorable weather conditions affecting bicycle sales.
- Hesitant retailers reducing stock levels due to limited financing options.
- Weak market for fitness equipment for home use.
- Exchange rate fluctuations and interest rate changes.
- Risks associated with acquisitions.
Accell Group N.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2012 reporting, Accell Group N.V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.5K tonnes CO2e/year (Batavus) and 1000 tonnes CO2e/year (Sparta). 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 tonnes CO2e/year (Batavus) and 1000 tonnes CO2e/year (Sparta)
2012
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 2.5K tonnes CO2e/year (Batavus) and 1000 tonnes CO2e/year (Sparta) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Conducted Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) of bicycles, showing environmental impact equivalent to around 500 km of car use.
- Calculated CO2 footprint of Batavus (around 2,500 tonnes) and Sparta (around 1,000 tonnes).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce the proportion of employees who travel to work by car individually to less than 50%.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce the environmental impact of waste and packaging materials (calculated per bicycle) by 2-4% annually.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
SustainabilityHealth and SafetyEmployee Well-beingSupply Chain Responsibility