Befesa
Befesa S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), is a leading player in the environmental services industry, specialising in the recycling of industrial by-products. Founded in 1999, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on sustainable solutions for the steel and aluminium sectors. Befesa's core services include the recycling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, as well as the recovery of valuable metals, which sets it apart in the market. The company is recognised for its innovative technologies that enhance resource efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a commitment to sustainability, Befesa has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the circular economy. Its dedication to quality and environmental stewardship has earned it a prominent market position, making it a key player in the global recycling landscape.
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Befesa's score of 40 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Befesa's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Befesa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,550,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 880,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 249,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for 421,000,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 1,129,000,000 kg CO2e, with a reported intensity of 550 kg CO2e per tonne of output. Befesa's emissions have shown a significant increase over the years, with total emissions rising from 604,000,000 kg CO2e in 2015 to the current figure. Despite this increase, there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their reports, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The company has not provided information on Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other climate pledges. Befesa's headquarters is located in Luxembourg (LU), and the company operates within the context of increasing global scrutiny on carbon emissions and the need for sustainable practices in the industry.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 510,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 93,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Befesa is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
