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Befesa SA

Common Name
Befesa
Country
Luxembourg
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Waste Management
Employees
1,639
Ticker
BFSA
Exchange
Deutsche Börse Frankfurt
Description
Befesa SA is a global leader in environmental recycling services for the steel and aluminium industries, specializing in the management and recycling of hazardous residues such as crude steel dust, sa...

Befesa's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Befesa 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).

Befesa 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)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
979,937.32a
841,050.18a
879,000b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
221,073.05a
270,369.91a
N/A
Location-Based
199,558.59a
309,258.28a
249,000b
Total Scope 3
497,680.49a
290,669.26b
421,000b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
704.8017a
652.3039a
672.6809b
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a. Befesa's Annual Report 2025
b. Befesa's Annual Report 2024

Insights into Befesa's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Befesa amounted to 1,179,495.91 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 Befesa increased by 2.54%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Befesa's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20212023202420250300 k600 k900 k1.2 MtCO2e-19%-4%+17%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Befesa's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Befesa were 979,937.32 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Befesa reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Befesa's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 9.73%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Befesa's Scope 1 emissions increased by 16.51%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are Befesa's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Befesa reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 221,073.05 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 199,558.59 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Befesa reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Befesa's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have increased by 46.01%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Befesa's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 35.47% in 2025, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does Befesa use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Befesa's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2021202320242025080 k160 k240 k320 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Befesa's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Befesa reported 497,680.49 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 Befesa 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

Befesa's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2023202420250150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e-31%+71%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Befesa's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Befesa reported total Scope 3 emissions of 497,680.49 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 66.46% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 33.54% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Befesa's Scope 3 emissions increased by 71.22%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.ab

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Befesa disclose?

In 2025, Befesa 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 Befesa's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 238,922.29 tCO₂e (48.01%)
  • Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 166,943.96 tCO₂e (33.54%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 52,681.75 tCO₂e (10.59%)

Befesa's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(10.6%)Processing of SoldProducts (Cat. 10)(33.5%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(48.0%)

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

In 2025, Befesa reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 979,937.32 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,390 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 704.8 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Befesa's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1,00020,000500,0005,000,000100,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)GEMYear: 2024Scope 1: 121,746 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,549Scope 1 Intensity: 26.76 tCO2e/$MUmicoreYear: 2024Scope 1: 277,717 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,457Scope 1 Intensity: 17.97 tCO2e/$MFCCYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,792,766 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,439Scope 1 Intensity: 825.60 tCO2e/$MGFL EnvironmentalYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,630,217 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,465Scope 1 Intensity: 847.18 tCO2e/$MClean HarborsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,630,826 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,890Scope 1 Intensity: 276.88 tCO2e/$MVeolia EnvironnementYear: 2025Scope 1: 18,200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 52,195Scope 1 Intensity: 348.70 tCO2e/$MWaste ConnectionsYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,707,691 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,079Scope 1 Intensity: 638.13 tCO2e/$MRepublic ServicesYear: 2022Scope 1: 13,688,116 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,511Scope 1 Intensity: 1,013.09 tCO2e/$MWaste Management IncYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,525,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,063Scope 1 Intensity: 613.05 tCO2e/$MCleanawayYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,968 tCO2eRevenue: $M 139Scope 1 Intensity: 64.50 tCO2e/$MARE HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,802 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,128Scope 1 Intensity: 4.14 tCO2e/$MEnviriYear: 2024Scope 1: 103,668 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,343Scope 1 Intensity: 44.25 tCO2e/$MDerichebourgYear: 2025Scope 1: 99,422 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,925Scope 1 Intensity: 25.33 tCO2e/$MAmbiparYear: 2023Scope 1: 228,716 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,005Scope 1 Intensity: 227.66 tCO2e/$MBEURYear: 2024Scope 1: 118,226 tCO2eRevenue: $M 819Scope 1 Intensity: 144.39 tCO2e/$MSeche EnvironnementYear: 2025Scope 1: 748,200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,474Scope 1 Intensity: 507.69 tCO2e/$MOnterrisYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,213 tCO2eRevenue: $M 696Scope 1 Intensity: 18.97 tCO2e/$MSECURE Waste InfrastructureYear: 2024Scope 1: 100,266 tCO2eRevenue: $M 988Scope 1 Intensity: 101.50 tCO2e/$MTomra SystemsYear: 2025Scope 1: 24,045 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,481Scope 1 Intensity: 1.38 tCO2e/$MWeiming Environment ProtectionYear: 2023Scope 1: 14,827 tCO2eRevenue: $M 848Scope 1 Intensity: 17.49 tCO2e/$MCasella Waste SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 762,217 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,557Scope 1 Intensity: 489.45 tCO2e/$MRenewiYear: 2025Scope 1: 921,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,253Scope 1 Intensity: 408.80 tCO2e/$MBiffaYear: 2023Scope 1: 539,985 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,082Scope 1 Intensity: 259.41 tCO2e/$MBeijing Originwater TechnologyYear: 2022Scope 1: 518,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,248Scope 1 Intensity: 415.15 tCO2e/$MBefesaYear: 2025Scope 1: 979,937 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,390Scope 1 Intensity: 704.80 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Befesa reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 704.8 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 243.54, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2025, Befesa ranked 22 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Befesa's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Befesa reported a total carbon footprint of 1,677,176.4 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 16.39% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab

The largest contributor to Befesa's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 58.43% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 29.67%.a

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