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Acciona

Acciona, officially known as Acciona S.A., is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy, headquartered in Madrid, Spain (ES). Founded in 1997, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia, focusing on sectors such as construction, energy, water, and services. Acciona is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, offering unique solutions in renewable energy generation, particularly in wind and solar power. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of large-scale renewable projects that contribute to a greener future. With a robust market position, Acciona has been recognised for its innovative approach and dedication to environmental stewardship, making it a key player in the global transition towards sustainable development.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Acciona's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

69

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Acciona's score of 69 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

Acciona's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Acciona reported total carbon emissions of approximately 189,686,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 189,686,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were also around 189,686,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Acciona's near-term targets include a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 47% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Acciona's commitment to sustainable practices in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. The company is actively working to integrate sustainability into its operations, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.

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Scope 1
114,000,000
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Scope 2
60,000,000
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000,000,000
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00,000,000
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Scope 3
1,546,441,000
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0,000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Acciona's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Acciona is headquartered in ES, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Acciona is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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