ACCIONA Hits 89.8% EU Taxonomy-Aligned Revenue in 2025
ACCIONA has successfully concluded its 2021–2025 Sustainability Master Plan, marking a major milestone in its transition toward a fully integrated sustainable business model. By the end of 2025, an impressive 89.8% of the company’s total revenue was aligned with activities defined as sustainable under the European Union’s taxonomy framework. This represents a dramatic increase from 46.7% at the beginning of the five-year period—an improvement of more than 43 percentage points—demonstrating how deeply sustainability has been embedded into the company’s operations and growth strategy.
One of the most notable achievements over this period is the scale and consistency of ACCIONA’s investment in sustainable initiatives. Throughout the five years, more than 90% of the company’s total investments were directed toward sustainable projects, ultimately reaching 98.2% by the end of 2025. In financial terms, this equates to over €12.3 billion committed to environmentally and socially responsible activities. This sustained level of investment highlights the company’s long-term commitment to building infrastructure and services that align with global climate and sustainability goals.
A key pillar of ACCIONA’s strategy has been decarbonization, and the results reflect meaningful progress. The company has successfully managed to grow its business while simultaneously reducing its carbon footprint—a process often referred to as “decoupling” growth from emissions. Over the five-year period, ACCIONA’s revenues (excluding contributions from Nordex, which was fully consolidated only from April 2023) increased by 96%, nearly doubling its business scale. At the same time, its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon dioxide emissions fell by 17.8%, surpassing the reduction targets set in its Sustainability Master Plan.
Scope 1 emissions, which include direct emissions from fuel consumption, and Scope 2 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from purchased electricity and energy, totaled 165,005 tonnes of CO2 equivalent (tCO2e) in 2025. This reduction was achieved through a combination of targeted initiatives, including improvements in energy efficiency, increased reliance on renewable energy sources, and the electrification of machinery and vehicle fleets. Additionally, the company has made efforts to replace traditional diesel fuels with lower-emission alternatives such as biofuels, further contributing to emissions reductions.
Renewable energy has played a central role in ACCIONA’s sustainability journey. By 2025, 79% of the company’s total energy consumption came from renewable sources, significantly reducing its reliance on fossil fuels. The expansion of its renewable energy capacity has not only supported internal operations but has also contributed to broader environmental benefits. In 2025 alone, ACCIONA generated 27,648 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean energy. This output prevented the emission of more than 15.7 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent, representing an 18.9% improvement over the five-year period.
Beyond energy and emissions, ACCIONA has also made significant strides in resource efficiency and environmental stewardship. The company increased its use of renewable and recycled materials, raising their share from 11% in 2020 to 25% by 2025. This shift reflects a growing emphasis on circular economy principles, where materials are reused and recycled to minimize waste and reduce the need for virgin resources.
Waste management has also seen substantial improvements. Over the course of the plan, ACCIONA reduced the volume of waste sent to landfills by 59%, demonstrating a strong commitment to minimizing environmental impact. In parallel, the company has invested in nature-based solutions, planting more than 1.1 million trees during the five-year period. These efforts contribute not only to carbon sequestration but also to biodiversity preservation and ecosystem restoration.
Another important development has been the integration of sustainability considerations into core business decision-making processes. ACCIONA has implemented a comprehensive system to evaluate environmental and social risks and opportunities for all new projects. By the end of 2025, this system was applied to 100% of new business initiatives, ensuring that sustainability is a fundamental criterion in project selection and development.
In terms of monitoring and transparency, the company has introduced an advanced tracking system known as Minerva. This platform allows ACCIONA to measure sustainability performance at the project level, providing detailed insights into environmental and social impacts. By enabling real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making, Minerva enhances accountability and supports continuous improvement across the organization.
Innovation has been another cornerstone of ACCIONA’s strategy. Over the five-year period, the company invested more than €1.5 billion in initiatives focused on three key pillars: regeneration, collaboration, and digitalization. These efforts aim to drive transformative change, from restoring natural ecosystems and fostering partnerships to leveraging digital technologies for greater efficiency and sustainability.
Overall, the successful completion of the 2021–2025 Sustainability Master Plan underscores ACCIONA’s leadership in sustainable infrastructure and energy development. The company’s ability to align the vast majority of its revenue with EU-defined sustainable activities, while simultaneously reducing emissions and expanding its renewable energy footprint, demonstrates a robust and forward-looking business model.
As ACCIONA looks to the future, its achievements over the past five years provide a strong foundation for continued progress. By maintaining its focus on sustainability, innovation, and responsible growth, the company is well-positioned to contribute to global efforts to combat climate change and build a more sustainable economy.
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