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HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA, commonly known as HELLA, is a distinguished global automotive supplier headquartered in Germany. Established in 1899, HELLA has built a century-long legacy in the sale, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicle parts and accessories, evolving into a pivotal player in the automotive industry worldwide.
Specialising in innovative lighting systems and advanced vehicle electronics, HELLA is renowned for its technological leadership and commitment to quality. The company also offers a comprehensive range of components and services for the automotive aftermarket, making it a leading partner for vehicle manufacturers and workshops globally.
100
DitchCarbon score
+61 vs industry average
HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Motor Vehicle Retail Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.167
20182025
The Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
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HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA's reported carbon emissions
HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA, headquartered in DE and operating in the sale, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles and parts, reported total emissions of approximately 13.2 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 28 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 12.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. For 2024, total emissions were approximately 13.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 30 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 132 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 13.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 10.1 billion kg CO2e, with about 37 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 206 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 9.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Looking back, in 2019, HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 58 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 313 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 17 billion kg CO2e.
The company has set several climate commitments. By 2025, HELLA aims to achieve CO2-neutral production for Scope 1 and 2 emissions and reduce carbon emissions at its production, administration, and development sites (with an area of over 900 square metres) by 80% compared to 2019 levels. Any remaining unavoidable emissions will be offset. By 2030, HELLA aims to reduce its overall Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 45% compared to 2019. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions (excluding use of sold products) are targeted for a 38% reduction by 2030 compared to 2019. A more specific target aims to reduce carbon emissions from suppliers by 80% by 2027 against a 2019 baseline. The company is working towards net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045 at the latest, which involves a 90% reduction and 10% offsetting compared to 2019. By 2050, HELLA aims for a climate-neutral supply chain.
HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA's climate commitments and certain cascaded data are integrated from its corporate family, with Forvia SE as the ultimate parent in relation to SBTi and RTZ initiatives.
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HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Forvia SE2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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