- Consequences of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine impacting the European economy and rail industry.
- Industry production and transport volume decline.
- Fluctuations in the electricity market impacting rail cost competitiveness.
- Inflation and rising global interest rates creating a challenging financing environment.
- Rising costs for (green) energy, transition costs, and physical climate risks.
CargoBeamer AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, CargoBeamer AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 7.4K t CO2. By scope: Scope 1: 277 t CO2; Scope 3: 7.3K t CO2. 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
7.4K t CO2
2023
Water Usage
32.8 Ml
2023
Waste
3.1K tons
2023
Energy Use
234.2K GJ
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). | 277 t CO2 |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 7.3K t CO2 |
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 | 7.4K t CO2 |
| 2022 | 8.5K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Calculated and offset company carbon footprint (CCF) achieving TÜV Nord Cert certification for net-carbon neutrality for 2023.
- Preparation for ESRS with double materiality assessment.
- Monetized ESG benefits through the French 'Certificats d'Economie d'Energie' (CEE) program.
- Saved 30,037 t CO2 compared to road transport (1% increase in transports).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Develop a detailed plan to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions with specific milestones to be achieved by 2030.
- Analyze and optimize the use of consumables in operations.
- Develop a concept for continuous optimization of emissions release during construction and life span of terminals.
- Sustain a CB railcar recycling rate of at least 90%.
📅 Medium-term
- Investigate electrified first and last mile transportation solutions.
- Investigate options for biodiversity-oriented design of terminal sites.
- Prepare for reporting requirements under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2030 (all scopes).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Greenhouse gas emissionsEmission reduction vs. road transportHealth and safetyDiversity and equal opportunitiesWork-life balanceCorporate cultureStrategies and goalsRisk managementCompliance