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 score of 14 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Biesterfeld's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Biesterfeld reported significant carbon emissions, with a total of approximately 35,249,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions globally. This included about 619,000 kg CO2e from business travel and approximately 33,673,000 kg CO2e from downstream transportation and distribution. In Germany, the company recorded about 211,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting in Scope 3 emissions. In previous years, Biesterfeld's emissions data showed a consistent pattern. For instance, in 2021, global emissions included approximately 17,812,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, with 79,000 kg CO2e from business travel. In 2020, the company reported about 5,812,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions globally, indicating a substantial focus on upstream and downstream activities. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Biesterfeld has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which represents the majority of its carbon footprint.
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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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Biesterfeld is not committed to any 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.
