- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical challenges and environmental catastrophes.
- Data collection challenges for Scope 3 emissions.
- Need to improve data coverage on minority and vulnerable group representation.
Grolman International Distribution
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 and 2023 reporting, Grolman International Distribution disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 293.9K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 833 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 291.4K tCO2e/year. 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
293.9K tCO2e/year
2022 and 2023
Renewable Energy
16%
of total energy
Waste
89 tons/year
2022 and 2023
Energy Use
6.4M kWh/year
2022 and 2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022 and 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). | 833 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 291.4K tCO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 and 2023 | 293.9K tCO2e/year |
| 2021-2022 | 582 tCO2e (2021) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 14% from the 2019 baseline year.
- Reduced Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions by 7% from the 2019 baseline year.
- Transitioned to 100% green electricity in several offices (Germany, Benelux, Nordics, UK, Spain, and Italy).
- Installed a green roof in the Neuss office.
- Initiated installation of photovoltaic solar panels in the Neuss headquarters.
- Received EcoVadis Platinum Rating.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline year.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 50% renewable energy consumption in offices and sites globally by 2030.
- 100% electric car fleet in Benelux, Nordics, and UK by 2026
🔭 Long-term
- Reduce scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2019 baseline year.
- Achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeWaste ManagementProduct Innovation and CircularityHuman RightsHuman CapitalHealth, Safety and WellbeingDiversity and equal opportunitySustainable ProcurementBusiness EthicsAnti-CorruptionAnti-BriberyData Privacy and Security