When tracking emissions, we follow the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol for short), which is considered the most internationally recognized standard for tracking and accounting for greenhouse gas emissions. It categorizes emissions into Scope 1 emissions (direct emissions), Scope 2 emissions (indirect emissions from final energy purchases such as electricity and district heating), and Scope 3 emissions (other indirect emissions along the value chain).
As part of Festo's global sustainability strategy, consistently avoiding or reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG emissions) is a top priority. We have set ourselves ambitious, science-based climate targets to limit global warming to 1.5 °C compared to pre-industrial levels. These targets were officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in February 2025. The SBTi is an independent initiative that examines reduction targets on the basis of climate science findings.
As an overarching "net zero" target, we are committed to absorbing as much greenhouse gas along the value chain (Scopes 1-3) by 2050 as we release.
In order to achieve our targets for Scopes 1 and 2, we are implementing a global infrastructure plan and pursuing a global green electricity strategy. We are also continuing to invest in energy efficiency measures and the further expansion of photovoltaics (PV).
To reduce GHG emissions in the value chain (Scope 3), we are focusing on the shortest possible supply chains with increasing regionalization, namely "local for local". With regard to products, we consider sustainability aspects in the product development process right from the start in order to optimize our carbon footprint in production, and energy consumption in the product use phase.
Festo calculates its Corporate Carbon Footprint (CCF) across all three scopes of the GHG Protocol. Here, the four categories 3.10, 3.13, 3.14 and 3.15 were identified as irrelevant for the carbon footprint of Festo. These categories were therefore not taken into account.
You can find the results in the table "Greenhouse Gas Emissions" 2024 (in tCO₂eq). The calculation shows a clear result: 99 Percent of emissions fall within the categories 3.1, 3.4 and 3.11 . A detailed list can be found in our Sustainability Report.
Greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3) based on the GHG Protocol (in tCO₂eq).
(*1) Period 10/2024 – 09/2025
(*2) Compared to 2024, adjusted due to a revised calculation method.
(*3) Includes waste from the headquarters and production sites; excludes waste from regional subsidiaries (sales offices, etc.).
(*4) 3.9 = except, 3.10, 3.13, 3.14 and 3.15 not relevant.
Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for 2025 are shown in the following two charts. The figures below show the total energy requirement related to sales and the sales-related emissions of Scope 1 and 2.
(*1) Period 10/2024 – 09/2025
(*2) Starting from 2025, including self-generated electricity from PV systems at the production and logistics network locations.
(*3) Due to emissions caused by district heating consumption that are no longer offset
On the path to our customers’ carbon-neutral factory, cross-company industrial solutions are needed that go far beyond our own product range. As a component supplier, Festo can have the greatest impact on climate change mitigation by reducing its Scope 3 emissions – specifically when customers use the products it sells. This requires specialists with the expertise to optimize the entire pneumatic system.
The Festo Energy Saving Services – a customized range of services in accordance with DIN EN ISO 11011 (“Compressed Air Energy Efficiency Audit”) – are based on this holistic view. This serves to identify and best exploit compressed air savings potential at the customer’s premises, which also optimizes their entire energy management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001.
We have introduced environmental management systems at all existing production sites and have had them certified in accordance with ISO 14001. As part of this process, we are working on how we can use materials and supplies more efficiently, reduce waste and be economical with our use of water. The latest reference data can be found in our Sustainability Report.
Our environmental compliance activities ensure that we establish safe processes. This allows us to identify errors as quickly as possible, correct them, and avoid them in the future. We continuously improve our environmental performance throughout the life cycle of our products.
Festo has never committed any serious violations of environmental law. Short-term instances not subject to sanctions during which wastewater or emission limits are exceeded may occur. Appropriate countermeasures are always taken. If we are required to report instances in which threshold values have been exceeded to the relevant authorities, we always do so.
We firmly believe that technological progress and sustainability have to go hand in hand. As a family-run company, we are pursuing a sustainability strategy that combines ecological, social and corporate responsibility and that guides our actions.
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