- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events.
- Water stress in certain operating regions.
- Maintaining high percentage of CAPEX aligned with the Taxonomy.
- Reducing employee turnover, particularly among women and younger employees.
ACCIONA Energía
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, ACCIONA Energía disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 11.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 10.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.1K tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 617.4K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
11.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2023
Renewable Energy
97% of total energy use
of total energy
Water Usage
1.1M m3/year
2023
Waste
33.8K tons/year (non-hazardous)
2023
Energy Use
1.5M TJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 10.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.1K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 617.4K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 11.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2021 | 14.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water consumption by 2% compared to the previous year.
- Recovered 97% of waste thanks to circular economy programs.
- Avoided the emission of 13.6 million tonnes of CO2e through renewable energy production.
- 77% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2017.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 12% in water-stressed countries (target not fully met in 2023).
📅 Medium-term
- 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 (target on track).
- 47% reduction of Scope 3 emissions by 2030 (target on track).
- Net Zero emissions by 2040 (Scopes 1 & 2), 2050 (Scope 3).
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero emissions by 2050 (Scope 3).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeBiodiversityWater ResourcesOwn StaffConsumers and End CustomersCircular EconomySupply ChainHuman RightsCommunity Relations