HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA

Common Name
HELLA GmbH & Co
Country
Germany
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto Parts
Employees
35,189
Ticker
HLE
Exchange
XETRA
Description
Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA is a prominent player in the automotive industry, known for its specialization in lighting, electronic components, and integrated systems for vehicles. The company serves as a ke...

HELLA GmbH & Co's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co 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).

HELLA GmbH & Co has also provided a category-level breakdown for 13 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind HELLA GmbH & Co’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. HELLA GmbH & Co's Annual Report 2024
a. HELLA GmbH & Co's Annual Report 2024
b. HELLA GmbH & Co's Annual Report 2023
b. HELLA GmbH & Co's Annual Report 2023

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of HELLA GmbH & Co amounted to 286,424 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of HELLA GmbH & Co decreased by 49.61%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024030 k60 k90 k120 ktCO2e-52%-9%-2%+54%-60%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of HELLA GmbH & Co were 30,350 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has HELLA GmbH & Co reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 73.51%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 59.51%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 132,374 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 256,074 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has HELLA GmbH & Co reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 48.32%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 48.1% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a

What methodology does HELLA GmbH & Co use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240200 k400 k600 k800 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported 15,575,939 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 2024 disclosure of HELLA GmbH & Co includes a breakdown across 13 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201920222023202407 M14 M21 M28 MtCO2e-66%+181%-40%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported total Scope 3 emissions of 15,575,939 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 16.6% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 83.4% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has HELLA GmbH & Co reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 42.88%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 39.9%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does HELLA GmbH & Co disclose?

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported emissions for 13 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 12,553,599 tCO₂e (80.6%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,081,934 tCO₂e (13.37%)
  • Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 255,471 tCO₂e (1.64%)

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(13.4%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(80.6%)Processing of SoldProducts (Cat. 10)(1.6%)

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 30,350 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 8,351 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.63 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

50010,000100,0002,000,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2002,00020,000100,0001,000,000Revenues (Millions of USD)ContinentalYear: 2024Scope 1: 671,731 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,332Scope 1 Intensity: 16.25 tCO2e/$MPumaYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,950 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,175Scope 1 Intensity: 0.65 tCO2e/$MElringKlingerYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,910 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,044Scope 1 Intensity: 9.74 tCO2e/$MMercedes-Benz GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 600,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 151,507Scope 1 Intensity: 3.96 tCO2e/$MSurteco GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 31,972 tCO2eRevenue: $M 924Scope 1 Intensity: 34.59 tCO2e/$MAdidasYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,844 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,644Scope 1 Intensity: 0.85 tCO2e/$MTUIYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,416,692 tCO2eRevenue: $M 21,828Scope 1 Intensity: 248.15 tCO2e/$MHellofreshYear: 2023Scope 1: 65,369 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,408Scope 1 Intensity: 7.77 tCO2e/$MJost WerkeYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,648 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,113Scope 1 Intensity: 11.37 tCO2e/$MSaf-Holland SeYear: 2023Scope 1: 9,290 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,331Scope 1 Intensity: 3.99 tCO2e/$MZalandoYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,928 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,002Scope 1 Intensity: 0.99 tCO2e/$MVolkswagenYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,300,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 337,841Scope 1 Intensity: 9.77 tCO2e/$MDelivery HeroYear: 2023Scope 1: 38,825 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,004Scope 1 Intensity: 3.53 tCO2e/$MKnorr BremseYear: 2024Scope 1: 31,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,203Scope 1 Intensity: 3.78 tCO2e/$MGrammerYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,369 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,000Scope 1 Intensity: 6.69 tCO2e/$MHugo BossYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,827 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,482Scope 1 Intensity: 2.19 tCO2e/$MCECONOMYYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,493Scope 1 Intensity: 0.84 tCO2e/$MSchaefflerYear: 2024Scope 1: 194,982 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,927Scope 1 Intensity: 10.30 tCO2e/$MBayerische Motoren WerkeYear: 2024Scope 1: 672,542 tCO2eRevenue: $M 148,163Scope 1 Intensity: 4.54 tCO2e/$MHORNBACH Holding AG & CoYear: 2023Scope 1: 29,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,646Scope 1 Intensity: 4.45 tCO2e/$MDr Ing hc F PorscheYear: 2023Scope 1: 17,638 tCO2eRevenue: $M 44,858Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MCewe Stiftung & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,605 tCO2eRevenue: $M 895Scope 1 Intensity: 2.91 tCO2e/$MHELLA GmbH & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 30,350 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,351Scope 1 Intensity: 3.63 tCO2e/$M

How does HELLA GmbH & Co's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.63 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.22 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does HELLA GmbH & Co rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co ranked 9 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, HELLA GmbH & Co reported a total carbon footprint of 15,862,363 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 40.11% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to HELLA GmbH & Co's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.19% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.61%. a

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