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HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA

Common Name
HELLA GmbH & Co
Country
Germany
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto Parts
Employees
34,836
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 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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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 ofHELLA GmbH & Co amounted to286,424metric 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 & Codecreased 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 256,074 tCOâ‚‚e 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) 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 13of 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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 emissionshave 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 tCOâ‚‚e(80.6%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,081,934 tCOâ‚‚e(13.37%)
  • Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 255,471 tCOâ‚‚e(1.64%)

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

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

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 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 8,351 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.63 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

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

520010,000500,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505005,000100,0001,000,000Revenues (Millions of USD)PContinentalYear: 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: 2024Scope 1: 20,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,876Scope 1 Intensity: 10.71 tCO2e/$MAdidasYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,844 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,644Scope 1 Intensity: 0.85 tCO2e/$MTUIYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,507,898 tCO2eRevenue: $M 25,877Scope 1 Intensity: 212.85 tCO2e/$MHellofreshYear: 2024Scope 1: 60,624 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,972Scope 1 Intensity: 7.60 tCO2e/$MABOUT YOU HoldingYear: 2025Scope 1: 6 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,065Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MAS Creation TapetenYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,638 tCO2eRevenue: $M 116Scope 1 Intensity: 74.55 tCO2e/$MJost WerkeYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,648 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,113Scope 1 Intensity: 11.37 tCO2e/$MSaf-Holland SeYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,739 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,953Scope 1 Intensity: 7.03 tCO2e/$MZalandoYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,928 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,002Scope 1 Intensity: 0.99 tCO2e/$MVolkswagenYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,300,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 337,841Scope 1 Intensity: 9.77 tCO2e/$MPPParagon GmbH & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 658 tCO2eRevenue: $M 145Scope 1 Intensity: 4.55 tCO2e/$MDelivery HeroYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,880 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,794Scope 1 Intensity: 3.66 tCO2e/$MAUTO1 GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,528 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,527Scope 1 Intensity: 1.15 tCO2e/$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: 2024Scope 1: 21,200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 25,068Scope 1 Intensity: 0.85 tCO2e/$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: 2025Scope 1: 29,072 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,445Scope 1 Intensity: 4.51 tCO2e/$MDr Ing hc F PorscheYear: 2024Scope 1: 76,989 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,710Scope 1 Intensity: 1.85 tCO2e/$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 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.54, 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 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e 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 COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) 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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