In 2022, we began calculating our CO2e emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2, as well as a proportional share of Scope 3) to better evaluate the effectiveness of the measures we have already implemented and to strategically plan future actions.
To provide greater transparency and give businesses and stakeholders valuable insights into our progress, we will publish our emissions data annually moving forward.
Minimizing our impact on the climate and environment is an ongoing process and a matter close to our hearts.
100% Renewable Electricity
Since 2024, we have been consistently using 100% renewable electricity, significantly reducing our CO2e emissions.
For comparison: the average person in Germany generates approximately 11–12 tonnes of CO2e per year through housing, consumption, and mobility.
| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
| Total CO2e emissions in tonnes (Scope 1 + 2 + 3.3) | 143,71 | 139,41 | 73,61 | Coming soon |
| CO2e emissions in kg per €10,000 revenue | 102,51 | 101,02 | 57,23 | Coming soon |
Development of Our CO2e Emissions from 2022 to 2024
Construction activities in 2024 led to increased energy consumption, primarily due to renovation work and structural modifications to the existing building. High foot traffic, wall openings, and the installation of new connections occasionally resulted in drafty working conditions and a higher demand for heating.
In addition, our sales team was actively traveling throughout 2024 to provide even more customers with optimal support and consulting services. We are pleased that, as of spring 2025, our entire company fleet has been fully converted to electric vehicles, which is expected to almost completely eliminate fossil fuel consumption in the future. On-site charging stations also offer convenient charging options for visitors with electric cars.
Breakdown of the da Vinci CO2e Footprint 2024
We analyzed our Scope 1, Scope 2, and a proportional share of Scope 3 emissions for 2024. By sourcing 100% renewable electricity, we were able to eliminate our Scope 2 emissions entirely. As a result, our district heating consumption now clearly represents the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions.
The geothermal system installed as part of our building extension, which became operational in 2025, is expected to make us largely independent from external energy providers in the future.
Where products are sold, extensive consulting is essential—our dedicated sales team operates both domestically and internationally to deliver the world’s finest brushes. At the same time, many meetings are now conducted digitally. Whenever in-person visits are more effective, electric vehicles have been replacing combustion-engine cars in our fleet since 2025.
TARGETS 2026
With the completion of our building extension in 2024—almost doubling our production capacity—our company took a bold and confident step toward future growth.
With this same confidence, we have defined our quantitative CO2e reduction targets for 2026:
| Reporting Scope | 2024 Value (t) | 2026 Target (t) | Planned Reduction in % | Notes |
| Scope 1: CO2e from combustion of gasoline, diesel, LPG | 26.6 | 15.0 | approx. 45 % | Transition to an electric vehicle fleet will continuously reduce fuel consumption. |
| Scope 2: CO2e from electricity consumption (operations & EV charging) | 0 | below 5 | - | Continued use of 100% renewable electricity, supported by on-site PV system from 2026; slight increases possible due to external charging without green electricity. |
| Scope 3.3: CO2e from district heating | 47.0 | 30.0 | approx. 35 % | Geothermal system (operational since 2025) will support reduction. |
| Total recorded emissions: | 73.61 | 50.0 | approx. 30 % |
TARGETS BY 2035
We are not stopping at our 2026 goals. Through continuous improvements and efficiency measures, we aim to achieve the following long-term climate targets by 2035:
| Reporting Scope | 2024 Value (t) | 2035 Target (t) | Planned Reduction in % | Notes |
| Scope 1: CO2e from combustion of gasoline, diesel, LPG | 26.6 | 0 | 100 % | Complete elimination of Scope 1 emissions by 2035. |
| Scope 2: CO2e from electricity consumption (operations & EV charging) | 0 | Below 5 | - | Continued use of renewable electricity, supported by PV system; potential minor increases due to external charging |
| Scope 3.3: CO2e from district heating | 47.0 | By 2035, we aim to fully capture all Scope 3 emissions across upstream and downstream value chains | ||