- Lower than target smartphone sales due to cost-of-living crisis and market shrinkage.
- Complexity of changing material composition of mass-produced components.
- Psychological barrier towards renting a phone.
- Increased Scope 3 emissions due to operational activities.
Fairphone B.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Fairphone B.V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 11.1K tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 0 tCO2e; Scope 2: 36.8 tCO2e (location-based); Scope 3: 11.1K 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
11.1K tCO2e (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% (Fairphone 5 final assembly)
of total energy
Water Usage
218 m3
2023
Waste
5.2 tons
2023
Energy Use
112 MWh
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). | 0 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 36.8 tCO2e (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 11.1K 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 | 11.1K tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2022 | 9.6K tCO2e (Scope 3) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 100% e-waste neutrality for Fairphone 4 and 5.
- Avoided 944 tons of CO2e emissions.
- Fairphone 5 contains 36% recycled materials by weight.
- 100% renewable electricity used in Fairphone 5 final assembly.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
- 15% absolute reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2026.
📅 Medium-term
- 30% absolute reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030.
- 70% fairer strategic suppliers for all Fairphone products by 2026.
🔭 Long-term
- 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2045 (Net Zero).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Fair Labor PracticesEnvironmental SustainabilityCircular EconomyClimate ChangeResponsible Sourcing