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adesso SE

Common Name
adesso
Country
Germany
Sector
Technology
Industry
Information Technology Services
Employees
11,497
Ticker
ADN1
Exchange
Deutsche Börse Frankfurt
Description
adesso SE is a German IT services company headquartered in Dortmund, founded in 1997. It specializes in delivering comprehensive IT consulting, software development, and digital solutions throughout E...

adesso's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, adesso completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

adesso has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)20252024
Total Scope 1
4,561a
5,167a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
1,750a
1,434a
Location-Based
3,107a
2,408a
Total Scope 3
42,057a
40,587a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
2.6467a
N/A
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a. adesso's Consolidated Non-Financial Report 2025

Insights into adesso's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of adesso amounted to 7,668 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of adesso increased by 1.23%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

adesso's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2024202501.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e-12%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are adesso's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of adesso were 4,561 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Compared to the previous year (2024), adesso's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 11.73%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are adesso's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, adesso reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,750 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 3,107 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has adesso reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2024), adesso's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 29.03% in 2025, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya

What methodology does adesso use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, adesso reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

adesso's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2024202508001.6 k2.4 k3.2 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into adesso's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, adesso reported 42,057 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2025 disclosure of adesso includes a breakdown across 4 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

adesso's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20242025015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e+4%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are adesso's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, adesso reported total Scope 3 emissions of 42,057 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), adesso's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that adesso's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does adesso disclose?

In 2025, adesso reported emissions for 4 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of adesso's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to adesso's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 31,666 tCO₂e (75.29%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 4,152 tCO₂e (9.87%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 4,037 tCO₂e (9.6%)

adesso's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(9.9%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(75.3%)Business Travel(Cat. 6)(9.6%)

Insights into adesso’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, adesso reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 4,561 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,723 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.65 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

adesso's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

22050010,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2005002,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)WNS (Holdings)Year: 2024Scope 1: 2,737 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,323Scope 1 Intensity: 2.07 tCO2e/$MNESICYear: 2024Scope 1: 986 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,374Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$ML&T Technology ServicesYear: 2025Scope 1: 321 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,129Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MTravelSky TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,231 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,209Scope 1 Intensity: 3.50 tCO2e/$MMphasisYear: 2024Scope 1: 164 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,592Scope 1 Intensity: 0.10 tCO2e/$MExlservice HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,454 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.79 tCO2e/$MGDS HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 63,279 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,414Scope 1 Intensity: 44.74 tCO2e/$MCoforgeYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,265 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,413Scope 1 Intensity: 0.90 tCO2e/$MPersistent SystemsYear: 2025Scope 1: 275 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,397Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MJack Henry & AssociatesYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,793 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,216Scope 1 Intensity: 3.52 tCO2e/$MWiseYear: 2024Scope 1: 215 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,940Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$MElmYear: 2024Scope 1: 2 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,936Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MUnisysYear: 2024Scope 1: 438 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,008Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MDustin GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,570 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,091Scope 1 Intensity: 0.75 tCO2e/$MGlobal Dominion AccessYear: 2024Scope 1: 11,085 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,200Scope 1 Intensity: 9.24 tCO2e/$MAll for One GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,619 tCO2eRevenue: $M 591Scope 1 Intensity: 6.12 tCO2e/$MBechtleYear: 2025Scope 1: 16,345 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,531Scope 1 Intensity: 2.17 tCO2e/$MCancomYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,049 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,049Scope 1 Intensity: 3.93 tCO2e/$MNagarroYear: 2025Scope 1: 66 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,176Scope 1 Intensity: 0.06 tCO2e/$MIONOS GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 796 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,548Scope 1 Intensity: 0.51 tCO2e/$MGFT TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,185 tCO2eRevenue: $M 906Scope 1 Intensity: 1.31 tCO2e/$MadessoYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,561 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,723Scope 1 Intensity: 2.65 tCO2e/$M

How does adesso's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2025, adesso reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.65 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.79, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does adesso rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, adesso ranked 16 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

adesso is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into adesso's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, adesso reported a total carbon footprint of 49,725 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 3.25% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to adesso's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 84.58% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 9.17%.a

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