KWS Saat SE & Co. KGaA is a prominent agricultural company specializing in plant breeding and the production of seeds. Its primary function is to support and enhance agricultural productivity by devel... KWS Saat SE & Co. KGaA is a prominent agricultural company specializing in plant breeding and the production of seeds. Its primary function is to support and enhance agricultural productivity by developing innovative seed varieties that improve crop yields, resistance to diseases, and adaptability to diverse environmental conditions. KWS operates in key sectors such as corn, sugar beet, cereals, and vegetables, catering to the needs of both large-scale agribusinesses and smaller farms globally. With a foundation dating back to 1856 in Germany, KWS has established a strong presence in the agricultural industry through its commitment to science-based plant breeding and sustainability practices. The company's significance in the market is underscored by its influence on food supply chains and its contribution to long-term food security. By continuously investing in research and development, KWS remains at the forefront of creating resilient seeds, which are crucial for addressing global challenges like climate change and population growth.
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
KWS SAAT SE & Co has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of KWS SAAT SE & Co are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Portion of total company turnover generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total turnover of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
Portion of total company OPEX generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
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Insights into KWS SAAT SE & Co's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 0, representing 0% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 0 of KWS SAAT SE & Co's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Insights into KWS SAAT SE & Co's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 50.48 million,representing 37.4% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 16.58 million of KWS SAAT SE & Co's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 12.3% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
KWS SAAT SE & Co's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have KWS SAAT SE & Co's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Compared to the previous year (2024), KWS SAAT SE & Co's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX decreased by 28.07%,suggesting that KWS SAAT SE & Co may have scaled back investments in sustainable projects, reprioritized its capital deployment, or reduced transparency in its taxonomy-aligned disclosures.a, b
How much of KWS SAAT SE & Co's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co reported that EUR 50.48 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 37.4% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 16.58 million (12.3% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 25.1% of KWS SAAT SE & Co's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of KWS SAAT SE & Co's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co reported that EUR 16.58 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 12.3% of its total capital investment.a
This moderate level of alignment indicates that KWS SAAT SE & Co is beginning to transition its capital allocation toward greener investments, but still retains substantial opportunities for further alignment with sustainability goals.
KWS SAAT SE & Co's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
KWS SAAT SE & Co's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is KWS SAAT SE & Co's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 12.3%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much KWS SAAT SE & Co is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co allocated EUR 16.59 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 12.3% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that KWS SAAT SE & Cois moderately allocating capital toward climate-aligned initiatives, while maintaining a diversified investment portfolio.a
Insights into KWS SAAT SE & Co's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, KWS SAAT SE & Co reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 0,representing 0% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of KWS SAAT SE & Co's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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