- Geopolitical tensions and the global climate crisis.
- Supply chain disruptions due to component shortages.
- Intense competition in the PV market.
- Dependence on individual regions and markets.
- Potential for product defects and failures.
- Risks associated with operational facilities and systems.
- Risks related to personnel recruitment and retention.
SMA Solar Technology AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SMA Solar Technology AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.9K tCO2e (Scope 1+2) after compensation; 1087972.67 tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 2.7K tCO2e; Scope 2: 191.71 tCO2e; Scope 3: 1.1M 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
2.9K tCO2e (Scope 1+2) after compensation; 1087972.67 tCO2e (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
80%
of total energy
Water Usage
81.7K m3
2023
Waste
2.9K tons
2023
Energy Use
33.48 GWh
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). | 2.7K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 191.71 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.1M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.9K tCO2e (Scope 1+2) after compensation; 1087972.67 tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2022 | 600.8K tCO2e (Scope 3) + 2812.86 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced specific energy consumption per kW of inverter output produced significantly to 1.62 kWh/kW at the headquarters (2022: 3.14 kWh/kW) and to 2.08 kWh/kW globally (2022: 4.13 kWh/kW).
- Achieved the 2025 target of reducing specific CO2e emissions in kg per kW of inverter output produced at the headquarters in Niestetal/Kassel, Germany, by 50% to 0.084 kg/kW compared to the 2018 base year (achieved since 2020).
- Achieved the 2025 target of reducing waste per € million of sales by 25% to 1.63 tons (achieved in 2023).
- Achieved the 2025 target of 100% electricity from renewable energies globally (achieved in 2023, including renewable energy certificates).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce all Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 60% by 2030.
- 100% renewable electricity procurement by 2030 (without offsets).
- Commit SMA Group suppliers responsible for 81% of emissions in purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution to set science-based CO2e emissions targets by 2028.
📅 Medium-term
- Increase the proportion of female employees to 30% by 2030.
- Increase the proportion of women in professional positions to 30% by 2030.
- Increase the proportion of women in executive positions to 22% by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Governance & Ethical BusinessEnvironment & EnergyProduct StewardshipEmployees