Kaefer, officially known as Kaefer Isoliertechnik GmbH & Co. KG, is a leading provider of insulation, scaffolding, and surface protection solutions, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1918, the company has grown to become a key player in the construction and industrial services sector, with a strong presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Kaefer's core offerings include thermal insulation, acoustic insulation, and fire protection, all designed to enhance energy efficiency and safety in various industries, including oil and gas, energy, and shipbuilding. Renowned for its innovative approaches and commitment to sustainability, Kaefer has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its service portfolio and enhancing its market position through strategic partnerships. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Kaefer continues to set industry standards and drive advancements in insulation technology.
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In 2024, KAEFER SE & Co. KG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 600,345,000 kg CO2e. This includes 47,521,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,883,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 547,941,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (450,451,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (21,746,000 kg CO2e). KAEFER has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a target reduction of 50.4% for both scopes by 2032 from a 2023 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, also from a 2023 baseline. KAEFER is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect KAEFER's commitment to sustainable practices within the trading and commercial services sector. The data reported is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that KAEFER is independently managing its emissions and sustainability strategies.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 26,346,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,896,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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