Aeci Sustainability Profile
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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Aeci's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Aeci reported total carbon emissions of approximately 416,337,000 kg CO2e, comprising 199,708,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 216,629,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included significant contributions from the use of sold products (491,890,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (384,952,000 kg CO2e). Aeci has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 20% decrease in Scope 1 emissions from a 2022 baseline of 267,919,000 kg CO2e by 2025, which translates to a target of approximately 214,335,200 kg CO2e. For Scope 2, the company targets an 8% reduction from a baseline of 273,548,000 kg CO2e, aiming for about 251,000,000 kg CO2e by 2025. Additionally, Aeci is committed to achieving a 10% reduction in total carbon footprint (Scope 1 and 2) from a 2022 baseline of 494,000 kg CO2e by 2025. Looking further 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 currently on track to meet its near-term targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate commitments.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 201,499,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Aeci's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Aeci's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 29% last year and decreased by approximately 29% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Aeci'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.
Aeci 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.
