Climate action
Addressing climate change is a key priority for us. We have set targets validated by SBTi and continue to build on our near-term targets for 2034/2035 and accelerating our efforts on our journey towards our long-term targets for 2050.
Reducing our impact on the planet
The climate crisis is one of the defining challenges of our time. Its impact is global, affecting people, communities, and the way we do business. As a manufacturer and trader of many single-use products, we recognize both our responsibility and our opportunity to reduce our environmental impact.
We are working to measure and reduce upstream and downstream greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). The key lever to achieve that is the application of circular design principles.
Towards net-zero
The ABENA Group has committed to achieve net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain by FY2050, aligned with our mission to provide quality of life. We are transforming our assortment and business accordingly with near-term and net-zero targets validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).
You can read more about our methodology, calculations, and progress in our annual ESG reports.
What is scope 1, 2 and 3?
Scope 1
Scope 2
Scope 3
Areas we focus on to achieve our targets
We translate our climate commitments into specific actions across scopes 1, 2, and 3. This includes production, sourcing, logistics, product design, and circular initiatives throughout our value chain.
Emissions accounting
Decarbonizing operations
Supplier engagement
Logistics optimization
Circular solutions
Key activities in scope 3
Most emissions occur upstream, so Scope 3 is our biggest lever - and key to supporting customer reporting. We prioritize the biggest emitters, improve data with primary supplier data, and focus on materials, logistics, and use-phase energy.
Decarbonizing
We prioritize robust Scope 3 accounting, energy efficiency, responsible electricity procurement, logistics optimization, and supplier engagement to reduce upstream impacts.
Circular economy
We are integrating a circular approach into product design, processes, and future business models. Our focus is on responsible material selection, efficient resource use, and waste minimization.
Committing to Paris Agreement goals
We have committed to the SBTi, with approved GHG reduction targets. These targets align with climate science and the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to well below 2°C and pursue 1.5°C.
SBTi is a collaboration between CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
Reporting
Follow our progress
Our ESG report gives you full transparency into how we turn climate ambitions into action.
Explore our progress within environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and responsible resource use.
Our stories
Dive into our stories and learn more about our best-practices from all over the world.
Transforming the Diaper System
In March 2024, we joined forces with the University of Southern Denmark, Design School Kolding, Aarhus and Odense municipalities, and Odense Renovation to uncover the possibility of making Denmark's diaper system more circular by 2030.
Approaching Circularity: Reusing Single-use Textiles at Hospitals
ABENA is tackling the challenge of residual waste in healthcare through an innovative pilot project in Denmark. By exploring the reuse of disposable textiles from hospitals, we aim to increase circularity and transform waste into new raw materials, while maintaining the high hygiene standards required in the sector.
Approaching Circularity: Paper Made from Milk Cartons
At ABENA, we are advancing circularity by turning waste into resources. Our paper category, T3 Natural Paper is made from recycled Tetra Pak milk cartons.
New System to Recycling Microfibers
In close collaboration with Nordisk Microfiber (NMF), ABENA has introduced a new recycling system for cloths and mops made from microfiber. The system is called TAKE BACK.
Reducing Emissions from Distribution
ABENA GmbH has entered into a new distribution agreement in Germany, which has contributed to emission reduction efforts.
Testing New Technologies
In Växjö, Sweden, we are testing a technology that optimizes the airflow from our ventilation system.
Optimized Palletizing Improve Costs and Climate Impact
In Aabenraa, Denmark, ABENA’s production facility has just finished a successful pallet optimization project. Now, economic and environmental benefits are gained by optimizing product packaging. In fact, last year, the same amount of products were shipped in 80 fewer containers for one of ABENA’s customers. That saved the customer 4% in the landed cost price.
Ma Petite Planète Challenge
In 2024, we carried out 1,089 challenges related to environmental care as part of the global initiative - Ma Petite Planète.
Alternative Packaging with a Reduced Impact
To limit the use of nature’s resources, our incontinence products and Bambo Nature baby diapers come in one of the following two packaging alternatives to virgin plastic.
Bringing Ecolabeled Products Closer to Customers
In April 2024, ABENA A/S became members of the Network for Ecolabeled Procurement, facilitated by Ecolabelling Denmark.
Teamwork for the Sustainable Development Goals
In March 2023, bees, bird nesting boxes, insect hotels, apple trees, and currant bushes moved into ABENA Germany, Zörbig location.
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