As a brand manufacturer and family-owned business, contributing to climate action is particularly important to us. For us, climate action means avoiding greenhouse gas emissions wherever possible and reducing them where they cannot be avoided. Our focus is on our sites, as well as logistics and manufacturing operations.
In 2025, we prepared a comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for the first time in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. This creates transparency around our material emission sources and provides a robust basis for further developing our climate strategy.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions 2025:
981,254 t CO2e
(location-based emissions)
976,286 t CO2e
(market-based emissions)
| Emission category | Emissions |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,701 t CO2e |
| Scope 2 (market-based) | 0 t CO2e |
| Scope 2 (location-based) | 4,968 t CO2e |
| Scope 3 | 974,585 t CO2e |
The unit t CO₂e (tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent) combines different greenhouse gases—including carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide—into a single metric based on their global warming potential. This makes it possible to compare climate impacts across different emission sources.
The Scopes describe the different categories of greenhouse gas emissions:
- Scope 1: Direct emissions from our own operations
- Scope 2: Indirect emissions from purchased energy
- Scope 3: Indirect emissions arising across the upstream and downstream value chain
Location-based and market-based Scope 2 emissions: The location-based method assesses our electricity consumption using the average emission factor of the respective electricity grid. The market-based method, by contrast, takes account of our specific electricity procurement. As we purchase electricity from renewable sources for our commercial buildings, as verified by the relevant documentation, our market-based Scope 2 emissions amount to 0 t CO₂e.
SCOPE 1 AND SCOPE 2 EMISSIONS
At our sites in Biebergemünd and Schlüchtern, we have made significant progress in recent years through enhanced energy management, the use of renewable energy, modern technologies and optimised processes.
Energy Management System in Accordance with ISO 50001
In 2025, we introduced an energy management system in accordance with ISO 50001 at our central sites in Biebergemünd and Schlüchtern. This provides the foundation for managing energy more efficiently, identifying potential improvements systematically and embedding lasting progress throughout the company. The system is supported by energy management software, as well as internal information and guidance on energy-efficient behaviour.
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100% Renewable Electricity for Our Commercial Buildings
We source 100% renewable electricity for all our commercial buildings. We also operate photovoltaic systems on the roofs of selected commercial buildings and workwear stores. In 2025, our photovoltaic installations in Schlüchtern and Biebergemünd generated a total of 794,046 kWh of electricity.
Since 2016, we have sourced the additional electricity required from renewable energy sources through Kreiswerke Main-Kinzig. Other measures that support economical and efficient energy use include a geothermal field at our corporate campus in Biebergemünd, as well as a combined heat and power plant, and heat recovery from the ventilation systems at the CI Factory in Schlüchtern.
Vehicle Fleet
Our vehicle fleet is also an important lever for reducing emissions. We are gradually transitioning to more efficient, lower-emission powertrains. In 2025, the proportion of electric, hybrid and mild-hybrid vehicles increased further. In this way, we are continuously improving the emissions profile of our mobility and will continue to expand our use of alternative powertrains.
POWERTRAIN TYPES IN THE STRAUSS FLEET
by number of vehicles
Grey: as of 31 December 2024, red: as of 31 December 2025
SCOPE 3 EMISSIONS
The largest share of our greenhouse gas emissions arises along our value chain, particularly in the manufacture of our products. This is therefore a key area of focus for us.
In 2025, our Scope 3 emissions amounted to 974,585 t CO₂e. While our Scope 1 and Scope 2 calculations are based primarily on internal primary data, our Scope 3 calculations currently rely primarily on modelled data and extrapolations in accordance with the GHG Protocol. This provides a robust basis for systematically recording emissions across the value chain and further improving the underlying data over time.
Production
The largest share of our greenhouse gas emissions arises during production at our international business partners’ facilities. We therefore work closely with them to advance environmental management, energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy. Regular data requests, audits and direct dialogue help us identify potential savings and initiate improvements.
Higg Index
Since 2026, we have used the Worldly platform and the Higg Index to improve the data basis for our upstream supply chain. Our focus is on environmental metrics collected through the Higg Facility Environmental Module (Higg FEM) in key areas such as water, waste and energy. Modern AI-supported tools are used to analyse the data collected, helping to identify further opportunities for improvement.
A key focus is reducing emissions generated throughout production and increasing the use of renewable energy in our supply chain. A robust data basis enables us to support our suppliers in developing their energy management systems, for example, through tailored training based on their individual needs.
Logistics
From production to our warehouses, we transport our products primarily by ship and rail rather than by air and road. Our shipping service providers are also working to reduce emissions. At the same time, avoiding returns and optimising logistics processes can help us reduce further emissions from parcel deliveries.
Since 2024, we have participated in the DHL GoGreen Plus programme for selected shipments. The programme supports measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within DHL’s logistics network, with a particular focus on alternative drive technologies for delivery vehicles.
Together with GLS, we deployed our first electric truck in long-haul transport as part of a ten-day pilot project and have partially integrated it into regular operations. This provides valuable insights for developing a logistics process with lower emissions over the long term. In addition, GLS invests in certified climate action projects through the organisation ClimatePartner.
