Acc
Acc Limited, commonly referred to as Acc, is a prominent player in the construction and engineering industry, headquartered in India. Founded in 1936, the company has established itself as a leader in cement production, with a strong presence across various regions in India. Acc is renowned for its innovative products and sustainable practices, offering a diverse range of cement and concrete solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the construction sector. The company’s commitment to quality and environmental stewardship has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its market position as a trusted brand. With a focus on enhancing infrastructure development, Acc continues to drive growth through cutting-edge technology and customer-centric services, making it a key contributor to India's construction landscape.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Cement Production 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.
Industry Benchmark
Acc's score of 47 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Acc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ACC Limited reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 14,800,767,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 601,746,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,016,541,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 GHG emissions by 21.3% per tonne of cementitious material by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, ACC Limited has committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a 93.7% reduction in emissions per tonne of cementitious product by the same year. The company also targets a 32.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased clinker and cement by 2030, with a long-term goal of a 97% reduction per tonne purchased by 2050. Overall, ACC Limited aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050, with these targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and consistent with a 1.5°C climate scenario. Data for ACC Limited's emissions and targets is cascaded from its parent company, Ambuja Cements Limited, reflecting a corporate family relationship. The company's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its membership in the BA1.5 initiative, demonstrating its dedication to addressing climate change within the construction materials sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,654,648,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 525,939,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,680,471,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Acc is participating in some 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.
