Bechtle AG

Common Name
Bechtle
Country
Germany
Sector
Technology
Industry
Information Technology Services
Employees
15,608
Ticker
BC8
Exchange
XETRA
Description
Bechtle AG is a leading European information technology company specializing in IT services and solutions for corporate and public-sector clients. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Neckarsulm, Germ...

Bechtle's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, Bechtle 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).

Bechtle has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Bechtle’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Bechtle’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. Bechtle's Annual Report 2023
a. Bechtle's Annual Report 2023
b. Bechtle's Sustainability Report 2021
b. Bechtle's Sustainability Report 2021

Insights into Bechtle's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Bechtle amounted to 22,804 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Bechtle decreased by 0.16%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Bechtle's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202305.5 k11 k16.5 k22 ktCO2e-24%-6%+19%+2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Bechtle's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Bechtle were 18,241 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Bechtle reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Bechtle's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 13.5%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2022), Bechtle's Scope 1 emissions increased by 1.95%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Bechtle's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, Bechtle reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 4,563 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a

Has Bechtle reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2022), Bechtle's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Bechtle 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Bechtle use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, Bechtle reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a

Bechtle's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202302 k4 k6 k8 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Bechtle's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, Bechtle reported 1,886,098 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 2023 disclosure of Bechtle includes a breakdown across 9 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Bechtle's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220230600 k1.2 M1.8 M2.4 MtCO2e+5%+7%+7%-15%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Bechtle's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, Bechtle reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,886,098 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 81.72% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 18.28% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Bechtle reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Bechtle's Scope 3 emissions have remained relatively stable, indicating that Bechtle 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

Compared to the previous year (2022), Bechtle's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 14.75%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Bechtle disclose?

In 2023, Bechtle reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

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

In 2023, the largest contributors to Bechtle's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,471,961 tCO₂e (78.04%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 344,070 tCO₂e (18.24%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 45,128 tCO₂e (2.39%)

Bechtle's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(78.0%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(2.4%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(18.2%)

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

In 2023, Bechtle reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 18,241 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 7,109 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.57 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Bechtle's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

505002,00020,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)COReplyYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,335 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,344Scope 1 Intensity: 2.28 tCO2e/$MCCChinasoft InternationalYear: 2023Scope 1: 111 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,637Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MTech MahindraYear: 2025Scope 1: 12,435 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,202Scope 1 Intensity: 2.01 tCO2e/$MSopra Steria GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,746 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,011Scope 1 Intensity: 0.46 tCO2e/$MXerox HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 71,495 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,886Scope 1 Intensity: 10.38 tCO2e/$MFirstsource SolutionsYear: 2023Scope 1: 366 tCO2eRevenue: $M 729Scope 1 Intensity: 0.50 tCO2e/$MIONOS GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 804 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,576Scope 1 Intensity: 0.51 tCO2e/$MNetcompany GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,554 tCO2eRevenue: $M 900Scope 1 Intensity: 1.73 tCO2e/$MHexaware TechnologiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,701 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,261Scope 1 Intensity: 2.14 tCO2e/$MBiprogyYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,257 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,552Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MAltenYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,312Scope 1 Intensity: 2.85 tCO2e/$MTietoevryYear: 2024Scope 1: 158 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,915Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MGlobantYear: 2024Scope 1: 268 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,415Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$MKyndryl HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 33,890 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,052Scope 1 Intensity: 2.11 tCO2e/$MOOOtsukaYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,476 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,911Scope 1 Intensity: 0.79 tCO2e/$MGFT TechnologiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,624 tCO2eRevenue: $M 887Scope 1 Intensity: 1.83 tCO2e/$MConduentYear: 2023Scope 1: 13,483 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,722Scope 1 Intensity: 3.62 tCO2e/$MDXC TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 20,999 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,430Scope 1 Intensity: 1.46 tCO2e/$MIBIYear: 2023Scope 1: 222 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,130Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MWiproYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,515 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,763Scope 1 Intensity: 0.61 tCO2e/$MFiservYear: 2023Scope 1: 22,146 tCO2eRevenue: $M 19,093Scope 1 Intensity: 1.16 tCO2e/$MBechtleYear: 2023Scope 1: 18,241 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,109Scope 1 Intensity: 2.57 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2023, Bechtle reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.57 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.16 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

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

In 2023, Bechtle ranked 19 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Bechtle among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into Bechtle's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, Bechtle reported a total carbon footprint of 1,908,902 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 14.6% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Bechtle's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.81% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.96%. a

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