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HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA

Common Name
HELLA GmbH & Co
Country
Germany
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto Parts
Employees
33,639
Ticker
HLE
Exchange
Deutsche Börse Frankfurt
Description
HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA is a listed international automotive supplier within the FORVIA Group, specializing in high-performance lighting technology and automotive electronics. Headquartered in Lippstadt...

HELLA GmbH & Co's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, 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.

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
28,000a
30,000a
37,000b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
3,000a
132,000a
205,860b
Location-Based
246,000a
256,000a
N/A
Total Scope 3
12,877,000a
13,506,000a
9,892,750b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
3.0293a
3.5925a
4.2027b
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a. HELLA GmbH & Co's Annual Report 2025
b. HELLA GmbH & Co's Annual Report 2023

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of HELLA GmbH & Co amounted to 274,000 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 HELLA GmbH & Co decreased by 4.2%, 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

20192022202320242025015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e-16%-24%-19%-7%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

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

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of HELLA GmbH & Co were 28,000 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 51.72%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 6.67%, 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 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 246,000 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 remained relatively stable, indicating that HELLA GmbH & Co's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that HELLA GmbH & Co's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

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

In 2025, 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

20192022202320242025080 k160 k240 k320 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co reported 12,877,000 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 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 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202220232024202504.5 M9 M13.5 M18 MtCO2e-46%+7%+37%-5%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

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

In 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co reported total Scope 3 emissions of 12,877,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 19.2% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 80.8% 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 24.36%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a

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

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

In 2025, 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 2025, the largest contributors to HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 9,976,000 tCO₂e (77.47%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,050,000 tCO₂e (15.92%)
  • Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 274,000 tCO₂e (2.13%)

HELLA GmbH & Co's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(77.5%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(15.9%)Processing of SoldProducts (Cat. 10)(2.1%)

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

In 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 28,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 9,243 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.03 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

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

2002,00020,000200,0005,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505005,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)JTEKTYear: 2024Scope 1: 108,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,490Scope 1 Intensity: 8.65 tCO2e/$MSumitomo Rubber IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 363,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,325Scope 1 Intensity: 43.60 tCO2e/$MKoito ManufacturingYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,275Scope 1 Intensity: 7.46 tCO2e/$MLinamarYear: 2024Scope 1: 155,271 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,356Scope 1 Intensity: 21.11 tCO2e/$MTianneng Battery GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 101,175 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,172Scope 1 Intensity: 16.39 tCO2e/$MSamvardhana Motherson InternationalYear: 2025Scope 1: 98,641 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,172Scope 1 Intensity: 7.49 tCO2e/$MFuyao Glass Industry GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 994,376 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,378Scope 1 Intensity: 184.89 tCO2e/$MNingbo Joyson ElectronicYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,554 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,654Scope 1 Intensity: 4.91 tCO2e/$MSailun GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 622,576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,358Scope 1 Intensity: 142.87 tCO2e/$MYokohama RubberYear: 2024Scope 1: 591,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,973Scope 1 Intensity: 84.75 tCO2e/$MHuizhou Desay SV AutomotiveYear: 2024Scope 1: 946 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,784Scope 1 Intensity: 0.25 tCO2e/$MPirelliYear: 2025Scope 1: 200,115 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,966Scope 1 Intensity: 25.12 tCO2e/$MAutolivYear: 2024Scope 1: 75,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,390Scope 1 Intensity: 7.22 tCO2e/$MRobert BoschYear: 2024Scope 1: 460,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 94,014Scope 1 Intensity: 4.89 tCO2e/$MParagon GmbH & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 658 tCO2eRevenue: $M 141Scope 1 Intensity: 4.66 tCO2e/$MBertrandtYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,642 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,146Scope 1 Intensity: 7.54 tCO2e/$MGrammerYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,369 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,000Scope 1 Intensity: 6.69 tCO2e/$MElringKlingerYear: 2025Scope 1: 20,374 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,929Scope 1 Intensity: 10.56 tCO2e/$MJost WerkeYear: 2025Scope 1: 15,688 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,804Scope 1 Intensity: 8.70 tCO2e/$MSaf-Holland SeYear: 2025Scope 1: 11,772 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,039Scope 1 Intensity: 5.77 tCO2e/$MContinentalYear: 2024Scope 1: 671,731 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,332Scope 1 Intensity: 16.25 tCO2e/$MSchaefflerYear: 2025Scope 1: 209,492 tCO2eRevenue: $M 27,619Scope 1 Intensity: 7.59 tCO2e/$MLeoniYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,616 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,203Scope 1 Intensity: 2.81 tCO2e/$MKnorr BremseYear: 2025Scope 1: 26,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,190Scope 1 Intensity: 2.83 tCO2e/$MHELLA GmbH & CoYear: 2025Scope 1: 28,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,243Scope 1 Intensity: 3.03 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.03 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 7.56, 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 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co ranked 4 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

This places HELLA GmbH & Co among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers.a

Insights into HELLA GmbH & Co's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, HELLA GmbH & Co reported a total carbon footprint of 13,151,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 4.65% decrease compared to 2024, 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 97.92% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.87%.a

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