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PIA Group complies with the 5 steps of climate action and is ClimatePartner certified

About the certification

Certified since

10.2023

Certified until

09.2024

Certification ID

FHP53R

Certification type

Company

Location or entity

PIA Group

About the company

Full name of legal entity

PIA GmbH

The PIA Group creates and develops digital brand experiences and, according to the BVDW ranking, regularly ranks among the largest Internet agencies in Germany. In the area of digital advertising, theView company details

The 5 steps of climate action

The following 5 steps are required for ClimatePartner certification:

Scroll down to see how the requirements were met.

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Step 1
Carbon footprint icon

Carbon footprints

The corporate carbon footprint (CCF) is the starting point for climate action. The CCF gives you clear insights into a company's greenhouse gas emissions - for example, you can identify where the carbon hotspots are and define emission reduction measures accordingly to mitigate the company's climate impact effectively.

This carbon footprint calculation covers data from the period January 2022 - December 2022

Carbon footprint (in CO₂ equivalents):

2,374,081 Kg CO₂

Included in the carbon footprint

Different emission sources, called scopes, are covered by the carbon footprint. All scope 1 and scope 2 emissions are included in this carbon footprint, while only applicable scope 3 emissions are included. The scopes are defined as follows:
  • Scope 1 includes all directly generated emissions that a company controls, for example fuel for company cars.
  • Scope 2 includes indirect emissions caused by purchased energy, for example electricity.
  • Scope 3 includes indirect emissions from a company's activities, which may cover, for example, employee commuting, logistics, and the production of raw materials.
Scope 3 emissions included in this carbon footprint:
Fuel- and energy-related activities not included in scope 1 or scope 2
Employee commuting
Business travel
Purchased goods and services
Step 2
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Reduction targets

Reduction targets are an essential part of a company's climate action strategy. By setting concrete targets, companies define the areas, scope, and timeframe for implementing reduction measures.*

Scope 1 and 2 emissions

Scope 1 emissions include all emissions that are either directly generated by the company or under direct control of the company, for example fuel for company cars. Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions generated by purchased energy, such as electricity.

This company has committed to reducing its emissions by

10%

Time period

2022 to 2025

* This section contains third party content, which was provided by the certified company to ClimatePartner.
Step 3
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Reduction measures

To meet their reduction targets, it is important for companies to plan and implement concrete measures to achieve effective climate action. This section shows you the reduction measures that have been implemented.*

This company has committed to actively sourcing 80% green electricity by 2025 and 100% green electricity by 2030.

67%

of the total electricity consumption is purchased green electricity

*This section contains third party content, which was provided by the certified company to ClimatePartner.
*A consumption greater than 100% indicates the energy is fed into the electricity grid and can be used by other households and companies.
Step 4
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Climate projects

This company financially contributes to certified climate projects for a specific amount of emissions. The projects are regularly audited by independent third parties, and they also contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Number of projects supported:

3

Climate projects were financed for the following amount of emissions:

2,374,081 Kg CO₂ *

* The amount of GHG emissions shown for the financial contribution to climate projects (step 4) may be different from the total carbon footprint (step 1). Differences may result from an allocation of GHG emissions between multiple certifications for the same company (e. g. certification of the company as well as certain products). Furthermore, we recommend companies to add a 10 percent safety margin to the carbon footprint to address uncertainties related to the underlying data. Also, companies may source products or services for which a financial contribution has already been made via a third party, which results in a lower financial contribution via ClimatePartner.

Climate projects supported

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Forest protectionRimba Raya-Indonesia

Forest protection, Rimba Raya-Indonesia

impact contribution locationRimba Raya-Indonesia
impact contribution standardVCS, CCBS
Wind energyOvalle-Chile

Wind energy, Ovalle-Chile

impact contribution locationOvalle-Chile
impact contribution standardGold Standard VER
Improved cookstovesCountrywide-Zambia

Improved cookstoves, Countrywide-Zambia

impact contribution locationCountrywide-Zambia
impact contribution standardGold Standard VER
Forest protectionRimba Raya-Indonesia

Forest protection, Rimba Raya-Indonesia

impact contribution locationRimba Raya-Indonesia
impact contribution standardVCS, CCBS
Wind energyOvalle-Chile

Wind energy, Ovalle-Chile

impact contribution locationOvalle-Chile
impact contribution standardGold Standard VER
Improved cookstovesCountrywide-Zambia

Improved cookstoves, Countrywide-Zambia

impact contribution locationCountrywide-Zambia
impact contribution standardGold Standard VER
Forest protectionRimba Raya-Indonesia

Forest protection, Rimba Raya-Indonesia

impact contribution locationRimba Raya-Indonesia
impact contribution standardVCS, CCBS
Wind energyOvalle-Chile

Wind energy, Ovalle-Chile

impact contribution locationOvalle-Chile
impact contribution standardGold Standard VER
Improved cookstovesCountrywide-Zambia

Improved cookstoves, Countrywide-Zambia

impact contribution locationCountrywide-Zambia
impact contribution standardGold Standard VER

All climate projects at ClimatePartner fulfil strict criteria defined by widely-recognised international standards. Among other things, the projects are required to undergo regular independent monitoring and auditing.

Step 5
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Transparency

An essential part of a company's climate action journey is to make its ambition and achievements visible. The ClimatePartner label is a core component that businesses use to make their climate data and actions fully accessible and transparent to their customers.

About ClimatePartner certification

ClimatePartner certification provides transparent disclosure of a company’s entire climate action strategy, including carbon footprints, emissions reduction targets, implemented reductions, and financial contribution towards climate projects worldwide.
Find out more on ClimatePartner certification by reading the ClimatePartner Protocol.
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