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Acciona Sustainability Profile

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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.

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55

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Acciona's score of 55 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

75%

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Acciona's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Acciona reported total carbon emissions of approximately 165.5 million kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with scientific targets aimed at limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. Acciona has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 60% decrease in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2017 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 47% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040, and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Acciona's strategy includes investing in innovative and sustainable practices to meet these targets, reinforcing their role as a leader in the renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure sectors.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
118,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Acciona's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Acciona's Location?

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Very high
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 Acciona is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Acciona's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Acciona's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 11% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2020
Purchased Goods and Services
49%
Upstream Leased Assets
29%
Capital Goods
13%
Employee Commuting
3%
Investments
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Use of Sold Products
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Acciona'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.

Acciona 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
Reduction Actions

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