Further reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
By 2030, the Dürr Group aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from operations (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 70% compared to the base year of 2019. In 2023, Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions amounted to 25,269 tons of CO2e (CO2 equivalents). This corresponds to a reduction of 28% compared to the previous year and 55% compared to 2019. A key factor in this was the transition of all sites to green electricity from 100% renewable sources. Furthermore, the company continued converting to energy-efficient building technology and commissioned photovoltaic systems for renewable self-generated electricity at four sites.
Responsible business activities
The new sustainability report also contains information on social sustainability aspects. Among these are measures to promote diversity and equal opportunities, social commitment in the form of donations and sponsorship as well as activities related to occupational health and safety for employees. In light of the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG), which has been in force since January 1, 2023, the Group has also revised the assessment of human rights risks within its own business area and strengthened the processes and measures to prevent human rights violations in the supply chain.
Improvements in sustainability rating
Dr. Jochen Weyrauch, CEO of Dürr AG: “We are constantly working to improve our sustainability performance. We made good progress in 2023 — this is also reflected in our excellent positions in independent sustainability ratings. We received the highest award in both the EcoVadis rating and the ISS ESG Corporate Rating.”
Report in accordance with GRI Standards
→ The 2023 sustainability report was prepared in accordance with the Sustainability Reporting Standards of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). From the 2024 fiscal year onward, the Dürr Group will provide sustainability information in line with the requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). This EU Directive stipulates that companies must provide much more detailed and transparent information on sustainability issues in their annual reports from 2024.