Accenture
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Accenture'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Business 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 77 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Accenture's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Accenture reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 431,512,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 22,803,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,356,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 405,352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. By fiscal year 2030, Accenture aims for an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a fiscal 2019 baseline, alongside a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of revenue. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by fiscal 2040. Accenture is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by fiscal 2040. This commitment is part of its broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a near-term target of reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 11% by 2025 from a 2016 base year. This target encompasses a 65% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to sustainable practices and climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Accenture 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.
