- Data collection challenges for calculating the company's carbon footprint across all global locations.
- Difficulty in obtaining data from landlords for energy and water consumption calculations in some shared office spaces.
- Challenges in attracting and retaining talent in the IT industry.
CENIT AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, CENIT AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 1.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 432.3 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
1.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% at Stuttgart site (aiming for 100% by 2030)
of total energy
Water Usage
2.1K m3/year
2023
Waste
9.6 tons/year (Stuttgart office)
2023
Energy Use
4.6M kWh/year
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). | 1.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 432.3 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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2022 | 2.0K 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 (Scope 1+2) to 1,502 tCO2e in 2023 from 1,993 tCO2e in 2022. The difference is explained by a change in the accounting for green electricity.
- 100% green electricity usage at the Stuttgart site and aiming for 100% renewable energy by 2030 where feasible.
- Reduced office space in multiple locations.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Implement supplier assessment by 2025 (LkSG/CSRD)
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce CO2 emissions (Scope 1+2) by 55% by 2030 (compared to 2022)
- Achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030 (where feasible)
- Double average annual training hours per employee to 20 hours by 2030
- Maintain minimum 5% apprentices by 2030
- Achieve EcoVadis Gold ESG rating by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Employees & SocietyEnvironment & ClimateIntegrity & ComplianceCorporate Governance & CultureDigitization & Data Security