Accenture plc, commonly referred to as Accenture, is a global professional services company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland (IE). Founded in 1989, Accenture has established itself as a leader in the consulting industry, providing a wide range of services across strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. With a presence in over 120 countries, the firm operates in key regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Accenture is renowned for its innovative solutions, leveraging advanced technologies and deep industry expertise to help clients navigate complex challenges. Its core offerings, such as cloud services, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation, set it apart in a competitive market. The company has consistently been recognised for its strong market position, achieving notable accolades for its commitment to sustainability and diversity.
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In 2024, Accenture reported total carbon emissions of approximately 654,819,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 22,395,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 3,584,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 628,840,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a notable increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 542,195,000 kg CO2e. Accenture has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by the end of 2025. This includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 65% from a 2016 baseline by 2025, and a further reduction of 80% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of revenue by 2030. The firm is also committed to long-term goals, targeting a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2040 from the same 2019 baseline. These initiatives align with industry standards and reflect Accenture's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 27,203,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 263,050,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 967,383,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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