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Acco Sustainability Profile

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Acco Brands Corporation, commonly known as Acco, is a leading player in the office products industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1903, the company has established a strong presence in North America and Europe, focusing on innovative solutions for both educational and professional environments. Acco's diverse portfolio includes well-known brands such as Swingline, Kensington, and Mead, offering a range of products from staplers and binders to computer accessories and organisational tools. What sets Acco apart is its commitment to quality and design, ensuring that each product enhances productivity and user experience. With a rich history of over a century, Acco has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of office supplies. The company continues to lead the way in sustainability and innovation, making it a preferred choice for consumers and businesses alike.

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31

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Acco's score of 31 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Acco's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Acco Brands reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,803,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure represents a significant reduction of 25% from the previous year's emissions of approximately 22,423,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to enhance energy efficiency across its operations by 10% from a 2019 baseline by 2025. This target applies to its factories, warehouses, and offices with more than 50 employees, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Acco Brands' emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are independently sourced. The company is actively pursuing strategies to reduce its carbon footprint and support sustainability initiatives, reflecting a commitment to addressing climate change within its operational framework.

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How Carbon Intensive is Acco's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Acco's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Acco'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 Acco is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Acco'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.

Acco has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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