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 levers of our Mission 30 strategy. Our purpose “Engineering for a better world” guides us in developing responsible innovations and strengthening our social commitment to our communities and employees. For each lever, we have defined measurable targets, all aligned with 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 Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 27.5% by 2030 125 Mt CO₂ e saved along the value chain by 2030 All GEA solutions will be offered with the option of zero freshwater use 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 Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2026 and 80% by 2030 Pathway towards Zero Impact Operations: no negative impacts on waste, water, energy, biodiversity & OHS 100% of A-suppliers to meet 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
We aim to become the most attractive employer in the engineering industry by strengthening diversity, equality and inclusion, and by offering lifelong learning and long-term career development opportunities. 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 program 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 2025
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 2025.
