Aeci, officially known as Aeci Limited, is a leading player in the South African industrial sector, headquartered in Johannesburg, ZA. Founded in 1896, Aeci has established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions across various industries, including mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, particularly in explosives, chemicals, and specialty products, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. Aeci's commitment to sustainability and safety sets it apart in the market, ensuring that its operations align with environmental best practices. With a strong presence in Southern Africa and expanding operations in other regions, Aeci has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the industrial landscape.
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In 2024, Aeci reported total carbon emissions of approximately 416,337,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 199,708,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 216,629,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 384,952,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 491,890,000 kg CO2e). Aeci has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 20% decrease in Scope 1 emissions from a baseline of 267,919 tonnes CO2e by 2025, and an 8% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from a baseline of 273,548 tonnes CO2e by the same year. Additionally, the company is working towards a total carbon footprint reduction of 10% from a 2022 baseline of 494,000 tonnes CO2e by 2025. The organisation is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions across all operations. Aeci's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to climate commitments, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 314,780,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 217,088,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Aeci is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.