- Reducing Scope 3 emissions (primarily from the use phase of compressors)
- Accurately estimating gas leakages in customer operations
- Challenges in accessing data for quantifying energy savings with customers
Burckhardt Compression Holding AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31 reporting, Burckhardt Compression Holding AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 19'037 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 4'917 tCO2e; Scope 2: 14'120 tCO2e; Scope 3: 73.5 million tCO2e (99.9% from use phase). 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
19'037 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Renewable Energy
22%
of total energy
Water Usage
74'991 m3
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Waste
2'790 tons
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Energy Use
56'173 MWh
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31)
| 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). | 4'917 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 14'120 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 73.5 million tCO2e (99.9% from use phase) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31 | 19'037 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2022 | 20.1K tCO2e/year |
| 2021-04-01 to 2022-03-31 | 15'280 tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO₂ emissions by 5% in absolute terms and by 12% in relative terms, per hour worked.
- Prognost in Germany completely switched to renewable electricity.
- Solar installations at the service center in Spain.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emission intensity by 50% by 2027 (excluding Shenyang foundry)
- Increase share of renewable electricity to 75% by 2027 (excluding Shenyang foundry)
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve operational net-zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeEnergy EfficiencyLongevity & CyclabilityEnergy TransitionWorking ConditionsOccupational Health & SafetyProduct SafetyBusiness Conduct