Accenture Sustainability Profile
Accenture plc, commonly referred to as Accenture, is a global professional services company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland (IE). Founded in 1989, Accenture has established itself as a leader in the consulting industry, providing a wide range of services across strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. With a presence in over 120 countries, the firm operates in key regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Accenture is renowned for its innovative solutions, leveraging advanced technologies and deep industry expertise to help clients navigate complex challenges. Its core offerings, such as cloud services, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation, set it apart in a competitive market. The company has consistently been recognised for its strong market position, achieving notable accolades for its commitment to sustainability and diversity.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Accenture's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.
Industry Benchmark
Accenture's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Accenture's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Accenture reported total carbon emissions of approximately 654,819,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 22,395,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 3,584,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 628,840,000 kg CO2e. This includes major categories such as business travel (approximately 240,963,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 250,369,000 kg CO2e). Accenture has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by the end of 2025. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, the company has established specific reduction targets: a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, and a 30% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. Furthermore, Accenture aims to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 11% by 2025, with a more aggressive target of a 65% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2016 baseline. Long-term goals include an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040, both from a fiscal 2019 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, Accenture targets a 55% reduction per unit of revenue by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040. Accenture's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices and accountability in reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,155,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 232,988,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 418,608,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
How Carbon Intensive is Accenture's Industry?
How Carbon Intensive is Accenture's Location?
Accenture's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Accenture's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased by approximately 50% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.
Top Scope 3 Categories
Accenture'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.
Accenture has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Accenture's sustainability data and climate commitments