Acuity Brands
Acuity Brands, Inc., a leading provider of innovative lighting and building management solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key player in the lighting industry, with a strong presence across North America and expanding operations in international markets. Specialising in advanced lighting technologies, Acuity Brands offers a diverse range of products, including LED lighting, controls, and smart building solutions. Their commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency sets them apart, making their offerings not only cutting-edge but also environmentally responsible. With a reputation for quality and innovation, Acuity Brands has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and recognitions. The company continues to lead the market by integrating technology and design, ensuring that their solutions meet the evolving needs of customers in various sectors.
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Acuity Brands's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Acuity Brands reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 23,824,210,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 34,809,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 37,028,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 23,639,745,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which accounted for about 22,220,469,000 kg CO2e. Acuity Brands has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by fiscal year 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42.8% by FY2029, using FY2019 as a baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 66.3% per USD value added by FY2030, with a long-term goal of a 97% reduction by FY2040. The company is also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by FY2040, again using FY2019 as the baseline. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Acuity Brands is actively investing in new technologies and infrastructure as part of its EarthLIGHT programme to achieve these goals. The company has also pledged to neutralise 100 million metric tons of CO2 by FY2030 through the implementation of energy-efficient products in existing buildings. Overall, Acuity Brands is making significant strides in its climate commitments, with a clear roadmap for reducing emissions and contributing to a sustainable future.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,346,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 44,785,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 38,554,644,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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