Biesterfeld
Biesterfeld GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a leading global distributor in the chemical and plastics industry. Founded in 1906, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, providing innovative solutions in various sectors, including coatings, adhesives, and construction materials. Biesterfeld is renowned for its extensive portfolio of high-quality products and services, which include specialty chemicals and raw materials tailored to meet diverse customer needs. The company’s commitment to sustainability and customer-centric approach sets it apart in a competitive market. With over a century of experience, Biesterfeld has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable supply chain solutions and expert technical support in the chemical distribution landscape.
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Biesterfeld's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Biesterfeld reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,249,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 442,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (mobile combustion), 304,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (total), and 35,249,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, which includes significant contributions from downstream transportation and distribution (about 33,673,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 619,000 kg CO2e). In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 17,812,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at 362,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 266,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were primarily driven by downstream transportation and distribution, amounting to approximately 16,913,000 kg CO2e. Biesterfeld's emissions data from 2020 indicates a total of around 5,812,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions of 427,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 256,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions were notably high, particularly from downstream transportation and distribution, which accounted for about 14,735,000 kg CO2e. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Biesterfeld has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate strategy. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their climate commitments.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 436,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 307,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,813,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Biesterfeld is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
