- Population growth increasing demand for water, energy, and infrastructure.
- Water shortages and declining water quality.
- Climate change mitigation and adaptation.
- Managing risks associated with climate change (physical, regulatory, and other risks).
- Managing risks associated with water resources (physical, regulatory, and other risks).
ACCIONA
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2017 reporting, ACCIONA disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.2M tCO2e (Scopes 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 681.5K tCO2e; Scope 2: 547.1K tCO2e (market-based); Scope 3: 2.3M tCO2e. 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
1.2M tCO2e (Scopes 1 & 2)
2017
Renewable Energy
30% of total energy use
of total energy
Water Usage
7.05 hm³
2017
Waste
12.1M tonnes (non-hazardous) + 21104 tonnes (hazardous)
2017
Energy Use
19.1K TJ
2017
📊 Emissions by Scope (2017)
| 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). | 681.5K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 547.1K tCO2e (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 2.3M tCO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 1.2M tCO2e (Scopes 1 & 2) |
| 2013 | 0.10 million tonnes of CO2 (Scope 1 and 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved carbon neutrality by offsetting 100% of emissions that could not be reduced.
- Avoided 14.4 million tonnes of CO2 emissions.
- Positive water footprint of 374 hm³ (equivalent to annual water consumption of 7 million people).
- Incorporated 10 projects into the life cycle analysis (LCA) portfolio.
- Completed 12 biodiversity action plans.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG emissions by 2.1% compared to previous year.
- Establish objectives for businesses in the Waste Management Plan.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce accident frequency rate by 15% below 2015 figure by 2020.
- Achieve 50% overall waste recovery rate by 2020.
- At least 30% women on the Board of Directors by 2020.
🔭 Long-term
- Invest at least $2,500 million in renewable technologies by 2020 to reach 10,500 MW capacity.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change MitigationWater StressCircular EconomyBiodiversityCorporate GovernanceHuman RightsSocial ImpactInnovation