Baywa Sustainability Profile
BayWa AG, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a leading global player in the agricultural, energy, and building materials sectors. Founded in 1923, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. BayWa is renowned for its innovative solutions in renewable energy, particularly in solar and wind power, alongside its comprehensive agricultural services that support sustainable farming practices. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio that includes agricultural trading, energy management, and construction materials, BayWa has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions in renewable energy projects. Its market position is further strengthened by a focus on digitalisation and customer-centric services, making BayWa a trusted partner in its industries.
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Baywa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BayWa reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 44,761,600,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 113,978 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 51,131,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (with a market-based total of 2,841 kg CO2e), and a significant 44,761,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include notable contributions from business travel (8,600 kg CO2e) and the processing of sold products (4,313,700,000 kg CO2e). BayWa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate neutrality by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has established a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its locations, company cars, and logistics by 22% compared to 2017 levels by the end of 2025. This reduction target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from BayWa Aktiengesellschaft, with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. BayWa's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 139,401,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,497,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Baywa's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Baywa's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 10% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Baywa's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Baywa has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
