Accenture Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.
Industry Benchmark
Accenture's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Accenture's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Accenture reported total carbon emissions of approximately 330.8 billion kg CO2e. This figure encompasses all scopes of emissions, although specific breakdowns for Scope 1, 2, and 3 were not disclosed for this year. In previous years, Accenture has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. By 2025, the company aims for an 11% reduction in absolute emissions, with a significant 65% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2016 baseline. Looking ahead, Accenture has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. This includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030, and a 90% reduction by 2040, both from a fiscal 2019 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 55% per unit of revenue within the same timeframe. Accenture's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), which classifies their targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is also a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,155,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 232,988,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 418,608,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Accenture's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Accenture's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased by approximately 50% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Accenture'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.
Accenture 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.
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