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Accell Sustainability Profile

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Accell Group, commonly referred to as Accell, is a leading player in the bicycle industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1998, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Germany, France, and the UK. Accell is renowned for its diverse range of high-quality bicycles, including electric bikes, city bikes, and mountain bikes, catering to various consumer needs. The company’s commitment to innovation is evident in its unique designs and advanced technology, setting it apart from competitors. Accell has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. With a focus on sustainability and performance, Accell continues to be a prominent force in the cycling sector, recognised for its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.

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29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Accell's score of 29 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Accell's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Accell Group, headquartered in the Netherlands, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 8,259,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,597,000 kg CO2e (comprising 111,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 4,487,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion), Scope 2 emissions of around 3,238,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 6,899,000 kg CO2e, which includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 5,556,000 kg CO2e) and upstream leased assets (about 1,288,000 kg CO2e). Accell Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 92% in 2022 to 100% by 2026 and maintain this level through 2030. Furthermore, Accell Group is committed to ensuring that 67% of its suppliers, by spend on purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2028. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and commitments are cascaded from Accell Group N.V., reflecting the company's dedication to sustainability and climate action within the consumer durables sector.

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20202021
Scope 1
4,136,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
3,314,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
7,953,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Accell's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Accell's primary industry is Machinery and Equipment, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Accell's Location?

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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. This request for Accell is in NL, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Accell's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Accell's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 47% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2021
Purchased Goods and Services
81%
Upstream Leased Assets
19%
Business Travel
<1%

Accell's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Accell has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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