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 2023, Aeci reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 442,820,000 kg CO2e, comprising 242,292,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 216,177,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to about 1,602,633,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 899,050,000 kg CO2e. Aeci has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 20% decrease in Scope 1 emissions from a baseline of 267,919,000 kg CO2e by 2025, which translates to a target of about 213,711,000 kg CO2e. For Scope 2 emissions, the company targets an 8% reduction from a baseline of 273,548,000 kg CO2e, aiming for approximately 252,163,000 kg CO2e by 2025. Furthermore, Aeci is committed to achieving a 10% reduction in total carbon footprint (Scope 1 and 2 combined) from a 2022 baseline of 493,801,000 kg CO2e by 2025. Looking ahead, Aeci has set a long-term goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050, with ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions across all operations. The company is also focused on improving carbon intensity, targeting a reduction of approximately 14% by 2025. These commitments reflect Aeci's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 296,372,000 | 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 | 217,360,000 | 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.