Gea
Gea Group AG, commonly referred to as Gea, is a leading global provider of process technology and equipment for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, Gea operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering innovative solutions tailored to diverse market needs. Founded in 1881, the company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous technological advancements and strategic acquisitions that have solidified its market position. Gea's core offerings encompass a wide range of products and services, including dairy processing, food processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies. What sets Gea apart is its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, ensuring that clients benefit from cutting-edge solutions that enhance productivity while minimising environmental impact. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, Gea continues to be a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their operations in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Gea's score of 60 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Gea's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, GEA Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 29,330,632,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 30,869,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 856,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, using 2019 as the base year. For the near term, GEA Group has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 80% by 2030, alongside a target to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Historically, GEA's emissions have shown significant figures, with total emissions of approximately 86,172,000 kg CO2e in 2019, which included Scope 1 emissions of about 35,550,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 31,998,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 total of around 37,677,000,000 kg CO2e. Overall, GEA Group's commitment to reducing emissions reflects a proactive approach to sustainability and climate responsibility, positioning the company as a leader in the construction and engineering sector in Germany and globally.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,833,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 36,925,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 15,958,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Gea 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.
