- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical events and port congestion.
- Increased air freight volumes due to supply chain challenges.
- Economic downturn impacting production levels and revenue.
- Increasing regulatory requirements for lead reduction and cybersecurity.
Phoenix Contact Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Phoenix Contact Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 800.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3 2023 Use-Phase not included). By scope: Scope 1: 31.0K tCO2e (2023); Scope 2: 58.7K tCO2e (2023); Scope 3: 710.3K tCO2e (2023 estimated). 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
800.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3 2023 Use-Phase not included)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% (electricity since 2022)
of total energy
Water Usage
374.3 ML (2023)
2023
Waste
7.7K tons (non-hazardous 2023)
2023
Energy Use
270.8K MWh (2023)
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). | 31.0K tCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 58.7K tCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 710.3K tCO2e (2023 estimated) |
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 | 800.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3 2023 Use-Phase not included) |
| 2021 | 820.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3 in 2021) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved carbon-neutral power supply for main locations since early 2022.
- Reached 3% energy consumption reduction target (vs. 2018) ahead of schedule in early 2024.
- Installed heat pumps in Blomberg and Lüdenscheid, saving approx. 500,000 kWh of natural gas per year.
- Converted diesel generator in India to gas-based generators, resulting in a one-third emissions saving.
- 100% of electrical energy requirements from renewable sources since 2022.
- Installed photovoltaic systems with a capacity of over 4,000 kWp by the end of 2023.
- Opened a dismantlable and rebuildable office building in the Netherlands in 2023.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce total energy consumption by 3% (vs. 2018) by the end of 2025 (achieved ahead of schedule).
📅 Medium-term
- Cover at least 30% of electrical energy required with renewable energies by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeEnergy EfficiencyResource ManagementSocial ResponsibilityEmployee Well-beingDiversity & InclusionOccupational Health & SafetyCorporate ComplianceSupply Chain Sustainability