MAHLE is committed to bringing sustainable development and technical progress into perfect alignment in the interest of efficient, environmentally friendly mobility. In doing so, we strive to reconcile the economic success of our company with the requirements of the environment, society, and our employees.The strategy MAHLE 2030+ anchors Sustainability as key strategic enabler.
„ Sustainability is implemented in the Group’s key business processes and is a crucial field of action in the implementation of our strategy MAHLE 2030+. „
Our Sustainability Strategy
The highest level of responsibility for Sustainability, Environmental Management, and Safety at Work is at the MAHLE Management Board. Strategic decisions related to the sustainability goals of MAHLE are made in the Management Board.
Our sustainability management is regularly reviewed by the Sustainability Steering Committee. It shall identify related risks and opportunities at an early stage and ensure the appropriate management of our sustainability projects.
The corporate function for Sustainability is the driving force for sustainability in MAHLE. It coordinates sustainability activities throughout the Group, leads the regular updates of the materiality analysis, conducts performance monitoring, and ensures the transparent communication and stakeholder dialogue.
Our Strategic Topics
Following our materiality analysis the sustainability program of MAHLE covers the following eight strategic topics tackling numerous United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
Sustainability Reports
MAHLE publishes annual Sustainability Reports, which explore in detail the topic of sustainability in all business areas. All reports published since 2018/2019 are available online.
The Sustainability Reports since 2021 have been externally assured by a third party (limited assurance). Our Sustainability Reports are in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards.
ESG Fact Sheet
Key figures in terms of our sustainability targets and performance can be found in our ESG Fact Sheet.
Ratings & Awards
SDG Index (Sustainable Development Goals Index)
In 2015, the United Nations have adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in total. These Global Goals are understood as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people can live in peace and prosperity. The following nine SDGs are of major importance for the MAHLE Group.
Good health and well-being
Goals
- Certify production plants in accordance with ISO 45001
- Further reduce the accident rate
Status
- ISO 45001: 114 certified production locations, seven certified Tech Centers
- Accident rate 2024: 2.1 lost time accidents/million working hours
Gender equality
Goals
- By 2025: 25% representation of women in the Supervisory Board
- By 2027: 29% representation of women in the Management Board
- By 2030: 13% representation of women on first executive level and 18% representation of women on second executive level
- Equal pay guarantee
Status
- 30% representation of women in Supervisory Board
- 25% representation of women in the Management Board
- 8.9% representation of women on first executive level and 10.9% on second executive level
- Global Diversity & Inclusion commitment
Clean water and sanitation
Goals
- Identify locations with water risks
Status
- 24 locations with water risks identified
- Improved water reporting to the CDP Water, Rating A-
Affordable and clean energy
Goals
- Operate PV systems
- Increase energy efficiency by 2% every year
Status
- Reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 47% compared to 2019
- Share of renewable energy is 16%
- Energy consumption as measured against sales: 259 MWh/€ million sales
- 27 locations have implemented an certified energy management system (ISO 50001 or EMAS)
Decent work and economic groth
Goals
- Ensure high-quality working conditions
Status
- Communication with employee representation bodies
- Conform with statutory regulations and offer suplementary benefits at many locations
- MAHLE Business Code
- Policy Statement on Social Responsibility in the MAHLE Group
Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Goals
- Contribute to sustainable mobility
Status
- Affirmed strategic focus on Electrification, Thermal Management and highly efficient Internal Combustion Engines
Reduce inequality
Goals
- By 2025: 25% representation of women in the Supervisory Board
- By 2027: 29% representation of women in the Management Board
- By 2030: 13% representation of women on first executive level and 18% representation of women on second executive level
- Equal pay guarantee
Status
- 30% representation of women in Supervisory Board
- 25% representation of women in the Management Board
- 8.9% representation of women on first executive level and 10.9% on second executive level
- Global Diversity & Inclusion commitment
Responsible consumption and production
Goals
- Assess environmental impacts of products
- Increase the share of recycled content
Status
- ISO 14001: 123 certified production locations, nine certified Tech Centers
- 3.1% recycling content of resins
- 80% of total waste was reused or recycled
- Waste as measured against sales: 17 tons/€ million sales
- Introduction of ESG Quick Check tool
- Global Bio Mobility Center
Climate action
Goals
- Become CO2 neutral by 2040 (Scope 1 and 2)
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 49% by 2030
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions Cat. 01 and Cat. 11 by 28% until 2030
Status
- CDP Climate rating A, placement on the CDP A-List
- Reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 47% compared to 2019
- Reduction of Scope 3 emissions by 17% compared to 2019
- Scope 1 and 2 emissions as measured against sales: 64 t CO2e/€ million sales
