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Acorn Holdings Africa Sustainability Profile

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Acorn Holdings Africa, headquartered in Kenya, is a leading player in the real estate and property management sector across East Africa. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of innovative, sustainable housing solutions, particularly in the student accommodation market. With a focus on high-quality, affordable living spaces, Acorn Holdings Africa offers unique products such as purpose-built student residences and mixed-use developments that cater to the growing urban population. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of several flagship projects that have set new standards in the industry. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community development, Acorn Holdings Africa continues to strengthen its market position, making it a trusted name in the African real estate landscape.

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23

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

Acorn Holdings Africa's score of 23 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Acorn Holdings Africa's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Acorn Holdings Africa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 966,160 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 9,160 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions comprising approximately 957,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Acorn Holdings Africa is committed to significant climate initiatives, including a target for new buildings to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030 and existing buildings by 2050. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to sustainability in the property sector, particularly in response to anticipated policy changes in markets such as the United Kingdom. The emissions data is sourced directly from Acorn Holdings Limited, with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint and aligning with global climate standards.

How Carbon Intensive is Acorn Holdings Africa's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Acorn Holdings Africa'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 Acorn Holdings Africa is in KE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Acorn Holdings Africa'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.

Acorn Holdings Africa 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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