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Washtec AG

Common Name
Washtec
Country
Germany
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
1,861
Ticker
WSU
Exchange
XETRA
Description
WashTec AG is the world's leading provider of innovative vehicle washing technology and comprehensive solutions for car wash operators globally. Founded in 1885 in Augsburg, Germany, through its prede...

Washtec's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Washtec 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).

Washtec has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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a. Washtec's Annual Report 2025
b. Washtec's Annual Report 2024

Insights into Washtec's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Washtec amounted to 9,675 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 Washtec increased by 0.14%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Washtec's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920232024202502.5 k5 k7.5 k10 ktCO2e-12%0%+2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Washtec's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Washtec were 7,891 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Washtec reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Washtec's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 9.88%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), Washtec's Scope 1 emissions increased by 1.79%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are Washtec's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Washtec reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,021 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,784 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Washtec reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Washtec's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 38.95%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab

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

What methodology does Washtec use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Washtec's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920232024202507501.5 k2.25 k3 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Washtec's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Washtec reported 172,322 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 Washtec includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, down from 7 in 2024, indicating a decline in reporting granularity and reduced insight into the company's full value chain emissions.a

Washtec's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20242025045 k90 k135 k180 ktCO2e-2%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Washtec's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Washtec reported total Scope 3 emissions of 172,322 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 37.5% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 62.5% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Washtec disclose?

In 2025, Washtec reported emissions for 3 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 Washtec's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 103,591 tCO₂e (60.11%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 64,621 tCO₂e (37.5%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 4,110 tCO₂e (2.39%)

Washtec's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(37.5%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(60.1%)End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(2.4%)

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

In 2025, Washtec reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,891 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 586 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 13.47 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Washtec's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2001,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505005,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)2GescoYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,054 tCO2eRevenue: $M 582Scope 1 Intensity: 8.69 tCO2e/$MJungheinrichYear: 2024Scope 1: 49,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,611Scope 1 Intensity: 8.84 tCO2e/$MAmadeus FireYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,063 tCO2eRevenue: $M 490Scope 1 Intensity: 2.17 tCO2e/$MKronesYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,887 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,509Scope 1 Intensity: 3.79 tCO2e/$MHeidelberger DruckmaschinenYear: 2025Scope 1: 28,597 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,468Scope 1 Intensity: 11.59 tCO2e/$MPVA TePlaYear: 2025Scope 1: 565 tCO2eRevenue: $M 287Scope 1 Intensity: 1.97 tCO2e/$MSiemens EnergyYear: 2025Scope 1: 172,468 tCO2eRevenue: $M 45,850Scope 1 Intensity: 3.76 tCO2e/$MKSB SE & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,971 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,086Scope 1 Intensity: 12.31 tCO2e/$MDEUTZYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,038 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,887Scope 1 Intensity: 5.32 tCO2e/$MDuerrYear: 2025Scope 1: 22,077 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,901Scope 1 Intensity: 4.51 tCO2e/$MRENK GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 15,970 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,606Scope 1 Intensity: 9.94 tCO2e/$MKUKA SE & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,682 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,884Scope 1 Intensity: 2.49 tCO2e/$M222G EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,249 tCO2eRevenue: $M 391Scope 1 Intensity: 8.31 tCO2e/$MRationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,517 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,242Scope 1 Intensity: 4.44 tCO2e/$MGEA GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,278 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,642Scope 1 Intensity: 5.72 tCO2e/$MPfeiffer Vacuum TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,951 tCO2eRevenue: $M 920Scope 1 Intensity: 3.21 tCO2e/$MNorma GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,163 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,202Scope 1 Intensity: 4.30 tCO2e/$MLPKF Laser & ElectronicsYear: 2025Scope 1: 644 tCO2eRevenue: $M 136Scope 1 Intensity: 4.75 tCO2e/$MTakktYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,498 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,134Scope 1 Intensity: 3.09 tCO2e/$MKoenig & BauerYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,712 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,326Scope 1 Intensity: 5.06 tCO2e/$MStabilusYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,993 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,459Scope 1 Intensity: 6.85 tCO2e/$MSiemens AGYear: 2025Scope 1: 288,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 92,591Scope 1 Intensity: 3.11 tCO2e/$MNordexYear: 2025Scope 1: 39,597 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,880Scope 1 Intensity: 4.46 tCO2e/$MWashtecYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,891 tCO2eRevenue: $M 586Scope 1 Intensity: 13.47 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Washtec reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 13.47 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.51, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2025, Washtec ranked 24 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Washtec's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Washtec reported a total carbon footprint of 181,997 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.1% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Washtec's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 94.68% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 4.34%.a

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