Our sustainability goals are developed through continuous internal and external dialog. This allows us to adopt more stringent targets if necessary, integrate new aspects or adjust KPIs. The targets listed here were adopted in 2023 and will apply in this form from 2024 or later. Some of them replace the previous targets, while others have been completely newly developed. Although the results for the 2023 reporting year are not yet measured against these targets, in the Status column we nevertheless provide an overview of where we currently stand.
SDG reference
Field of action
We will become climate neutral and in doing so reduce our CO2 emissions within the company and externally. This goal is closely aligned with the Paris Climate Agreement.
Target
- 30% absolute reduction in Scopes 1 & 2
- 15% absolute reduction in Scope 3
(2018 baseline)
From 2025: more stringent target of 1.5°C*
*Validation of the more stringent climate target by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is still pending at the time of publication.
Relevant for remuneration
Target horizon
by 2030
Status 2023
- -18.4%
- -27.4%
On course
SDG reference
Field of action
We are continuously working to increase our energy efficiency as well as the share of renewables. To achieve the latter, we rely both on the purchase of green electricity as well as increasing our own production via photovoltaics.
Target
100% green electricity
Target horizon
from 2025
Status 2023
59% (incl. support from the Renewable Energy Sources Act)
In progress
SDG reference
Field of action
We take responsibility for the environmentally compatible use of resources and aim to reduce our waste volume by avoiding, reducing, recycling and reusing waste.
Target
≥ 90% rate of separate collection
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
88%
In progress
SDG reference
Field of action
We take responsibility for providing a safe working environment with a focus on accident prevention. We also support our employees in staying healthy through a number of preventive measures.
Target
0 accidental deaths
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
0
Achieved
Target
By 2024: ≤ 35 accident rate (1,000 employee rate at Group level)
Relevant for remuneration
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
41
In progress
Target
From 2025: reduce the accident rate (LTIF) by 10% annually
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
-
Still pending
SDG reference
Field of action
Our employees are crucial to our success. We offer them safe, attractive workplaces with fair pay, and are also mindful of the working conditions of the people in our supply chain.
Target
100% of our own employees and temporary employees are covered by collective agreements (or at least with a comparable wage level)
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
97.7% (covered by collective agreements)
On course
SDG reference
Field of action
We employ people from more than 60 nations and respect their diversity. We also offer our employees equal career opportunities and in particular promote women in management.
Target
≥ 30% proportion of women on average at management levels 0-3
Target horizon
by 2025
Status 2023
26.3%
On course
SDG reference
Field of action
Our training programs take account not only of qualifications but also of personal background and life situation. We offer our employees further development opportunities throughout their careers.
Target
From 2025: ≥ 2.0% trainee ratio
Relevant for remuneration
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
1.9%
On course
Target
≥ 5.5 centrally recorded training hours per employee p.a.
Target horizon
by 2025
Status 2023
4.8
Achieved
SDG reference
Field of action
We conduct our business in accordance with the law. We involve the entire organization by providing information and knowledge transfer.
Target
From 2024: 90% of management staff (management levels 0–3) have a valid compliance training certificate
Target horizon
annually
Status 2023
90.8% (within a three-year cycle)
In progress
Relevant for remuneration
Still pending
In progress
On course
Achieved
*Validation of the more stringent climate target by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is still pending at the time of publication.