The foundation for success
Sustainability is at the foundation of our Mission 30 strategy, guiding every step we take toward creating lasting value for our customers, communities and the planet. We are committed to achieving our financial targets while delivering a sustainable positive impact.
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Our sustainability commitments at a glance
We believe that economic success is inseparable from an ecologically, economically and socially sustainable approach. This is why we attach ever-greater importance to sustainable management, which we see as a business opportunity. Today more than ever, sustainable business practices must be at the heart of forward-looking corporate leadership.
“Sustainability is an integral part of GEA's corporate culture and a core element in ensuring the group's future competitiveness.”
Dr. Nadine Sterley
Chief People & Sustainability Officer
Sustainability Commitments
Our targets & contributions
Our sustainability commitments build on the core lever of our Mission 30 strategy. The corporate purpose “Engineering for a better world” also means developing responsible innovations and promoting social commitment to the community and the commitment to employees. For each lever, we have set measurable targets, all guided by our leading principle: “Impact.”
GEA’s three core levers of sustainability
Responsible innovation
We develop environmentally friendly, sustainable solutions for a better world and to support our customers' sustainability goals. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions scope 3 by 27.5% by 2030 125 Mt CO₂ e saved emissions along the value chain by 2030 All GEA solutions will be offered with zero freshwater use option by 2030 All new GEA solutions will be circular-ready by 2030
Resilient operations & communities
We uphold the highest environmental and social standards at our own sites and in our purchasing activities. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions scope 1 & 2 by 60% by 2026 and 80% by 2030 Pathway towards Zero Impact Operations: no negative impact on waste, water, energy, biodiversity & OHS 100% of A-suppliers fulfil the GEA sustainability criteria by 2030 (preferred suppliers by 2026) GEA Foundation to strategically and effectively deliver on our commitment to donate 1% of net profit annually
Thriving employees
By increasing diversity, placing the focus on equality and inclusion as well as providing opportunities for lifelong learning and long-term career development prospects, we aim to become the most attractive employer in the engineering industry. 80% favorable rating of Employee Survey Engagement dimension by 2030 25% female representation in top and middle-management positions (L1–L5) and 30% in a leadership development programm by 2030 Broadening talent pools to more diverse target groups Fair and performance-oriented pay commitment addressing pay gaps in all countries
Staying the course: Interview with Dr. Nadine Sterley, CPSO
A strategy for the better: GEA CEO Stefan Klebert on Mission 30
Our targets
Responsible innovation
Our targets
Resilient operations & communities
Zero Impact Operations
We shape our operating processes so as to avoid or significantly reduce negative environmental and health impacts.
Our targets
Thriving Employees
Fairness
Fair and performance-oriented pay commitment addressing pay gaps in all countries.
Sustainability Report 2024
A closer look at our progress
Discover how GEA is driving sustainable growth with clear targets, measures, results, and long-term value creation in our Sustainability Report 2024.
