Acea S.p.A., headquartered in Rome, Italy, is a leading player in the utilities sector, primarily focusing on energy, water, and environmental services. Founded in 1909, Acea has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the expansion of its renewable energy portfolio and the enhancement of its water management systems across various regions in Italy. The company offers a diverse range of services, including electricity distribution, water supply, and waste management, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Acea's unique approach integrates advanced technology to optimise resource management, positioning it as a frontrunner in the Italian market. With a strong emphasis on environmental responsibility, Acea continues to achieve notable recognition for its efforts in promoting sustainable development and enhancing urban infrastructure.
How does Acea'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.
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Acea's score of 32 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Acea reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,569,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 369,160,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 329,997,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 2,109,339,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. Comparatively, in 2022, Acea's emissions were approximately 2,727,571,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in total emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions decreased from 416,618,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 369,160,000 kg CO2e in 2023, showcasing a commitment to reducing direct emissions. Despite these reductions, Acea has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives, which may limit their long-term climate strategy. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations. Overall, Acea's emissions data highlights a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of a company's carbon footprint, indicating potential areas for further improvement in their sustainability efforts.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 246,218,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 473,700,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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.
Acea 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.
