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The sustainability imperative

Sustainability spans environmental, social and governance issues. Today every organization must embrace sustainability for future competitiveness.

Sustainability now

98%

of CEOs agree sustainability is their responsibility

2.6x

ESG high performers deliver a higher total shareholder return

37%

of the world’s largest companies have a public net zero target. Nearly all are off track

18%

of companies are cutting emissions fast enough to reach net zero by 2050

Reinvent with sustainability

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY

Define the sustainability ambition and roadmap for your organization

The climate crisis is at the top of the business agenda. Smart companies are reinventing themselves to create business value as well as sustainability impact.
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SUSTAINABILITY MEASUREMENT

Devote equal energy to ESG and financial measurement and pivot to growth

Only 26% of CFOs trust their ESG data. Dependable data is crucial for compliance. Discover how generative AI and advanced data capabilities can address data deficiencies—and boost your competitive edge.
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Net Zero Transitions

Shift from setting targets to delivering tangible decarbonization outcomes

With just 18% of companies on track for net zero by 2050, it’s time to earn stakeholder trust through real decarbonization actions. Let us guide you from targets to tangible impact.
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Value chain opportunities

Drive higher margins by embedding sustainability into your value chains

Sustainability performance is good for the planet and for business – companies with top ratings see 3.7x higher margins. Enhance the sustainability of your value chains to cut costs and elevate your brand.
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Sustainability for customer, brand and experience

Help consumers move from good intentions to new, sustainable behaviors

Each year humans use more resources than the earth can regenerate. To help consumers move from good intentions to sustainable actions, companies need to start humanizing sustainability.
Leadership guidance

Shift governance, processes and culture toward sustainable practices

Despite mounting pressure, 60% of leaders are still not aligning growth strategies to a sustainable future. It’s time to position sustainability as a strategic value driver for leaders to champion.
Technology capabilities

Sustainability by technology, sustainability in technology

Technology fuels sustainability but can also bring new challenges. Take control by minimizing your tech footprint. Implement measures to reduce your environmental impact while cutting costs.
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Areas we support

  • Aerospace & defense
    Aerospace & defense

    From economic uncertainty, supply chain disruptions and skill gaps, the Aerospace and Defense Industry is being challenged. The key is to have a digital-first mindset. Listen to our leaders share how to embrace reinvention with the power of Gen AI.

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  • Automotive
    Automotive

    The traditional automotive industry has reached a crossroads. We are now operating in a mobility ecosystem, shifting into the next iteration of automotive. To move forward, it’s time to embrace the ecosystem, collaborate beyond industry lines, and find new ways of innovating and partnering for success.

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  • Banking
    Banking

    Technology has changed the way people and businesses bank, and traditional strategies no longer work. Now is the time for bold new approaches to intensifying disruption.

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  • Capital markets
    Capital markets

    More retail investors. The transition to low-carbon economies. Infrastructure investments in growing markets. For those who reinvent, constant change is constant opportunity.

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  • Communication & media
    Communication & media

    People and businesses are always on, whether watching, working, or enabling innovative new growth. Keep them engaged and successful by delivering the continuous experiences and capabilities they expect and need.

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  • Consumer goods & services
    Consumer goods & services

    In the age of digital commerce, it is hard to predict what consumers will buy – and why, when and where they buy it. To stay ahead of uncertainty, think like a consumer and focus on building strong relationships.

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  • Chemicals
    Chemicals

    Chemical companies require innovative solutions to seize growth opportunities – from net zero to new products and more.

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  • Energy
    Energy

    Amid rising demand, fierce competition, a push for sustainability, plus inflation and supply chain challenges, oil and gas companies need to adapt quickly to remain competitive.

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  • Health
    Health

    People expect intuitive access to their healthcare and personalized experiences. Leaders that reinvent to create easy access and engaging experiences will stay resilient while delivering better outcomes.

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  • High tech
    High tech

    The pressure is on to build innovative tech products and services, reimagine supply chain and manufacturing networks, and identify new talent sources. Those who reinvent will lead.

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  • Industrial
    Industrial

    A myriad of trends from technology shifts to evolving B2B customer expectations, software-driven product purpose, enhanced services and more are driving companies to embrace continuous reinvention. The time is now to redefine industrial business models.

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  • Insurance
    Insurance

    Insurance is protection. As people and societies continuously change, carriers must digitize, connect and personalize to meet today’s more complex customer needs.

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  • Life sciences
    Life sciences

    In the era of intelligent technologies, organizations must reinvent to bring breakthrough treatments to patients, faster and at lower costs.

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  • Natural resources
    Natural resources

    As the world looks towards decarbonization, mining, metals, forest products and building materials companies face increasing pressure to shift from being resource producers to resource stewards.

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  • Public service
    Public service

    Facing limited resources, increasingly rapid technology advances and a state of permacrisis, public service organizations who embrace continuous change can have meaningful impact on outcomes for individuals and entire communities.

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  • Private equity
    Private equity

    The next generation of private equity leaders will use an expanded set of value levers to achieve better outcomes.

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  • Retail
    Retail

    Now is the time to responsibly reset, which means better serving the needs of customers, employees and the communities where they live and work. The challenge is to leverage both digital and physical retail experiences to meet new demands—without compromising results.

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  • Software & platforms
    Software & platforms

    From how we live, work, shop and socialize, expanded tech and macro shifts have created new opportunities for software and platform companies to improve every aspect of our lives.

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  • Travel
    Travel

    The travel industry is no stranger to disruption. And in the post-pandemic world, travel companies must continuously reinvent to outwit unforeseen circumstances, while providing cohesive, elevated experiences for customers.

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  • Utilities
    Utilities

    Utilities are the cornerstone in the transition to a carbon-neutral world. Achieving net-zero ambitions requires radical moves toward reinvention that will generate sustainable value for all.

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Awards and recognition

Leader in IDC Sustainability Finance and Accounting Services 2024 Vendor Assessment

Accenture is positioned as a Leader for both “Strategies” and “Capabilities”, which assessed the capabilities and business strategies of 11 firms, focusing on their ability to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into financial services.

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Leader in the IDC EMEA CSRD Compliance 2024 Report

Accenture is named a leader in the IDC MarketScape European ESG Technology Services for CSRD Compliance 2024 report.​

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Leader in Everest Sustainability Enablement Tech Services PEAK Matrix® 2024

Accenture is the highest Leader on the Vision and Capability axis and the highest leader on the Market Impact axis.

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Accenture is a Leader in Forrester Report - IT Sustainability Service Providers Wave Q3, 2023

Accenture has been positioned a Leader with the top scores in the Strategy and Current Offering categories in The Forrester Wave™: IT Sustainability Service Providers, Q3 2023 authored by Abhijit Sunil.

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Accenture Positioned as a Leader in Everest Group Net Zero Consulting Services Peak Matrix® Assessment 2023

Accenture’s vision for a net zero consulting practice is to drive the reduction and removal of emissions by assisting clients to achieve twin transformations by bringing together their expertise in digital technologies and sustainability, enabled by culture and experience.

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Our leaders

Stephanie Jamison

Global Resources Industry Practice Chair and Global Sustainability Services Lead

Wytse Kaastra

Senior Managing Director – Sustainability Services EMEA Lead

Alison Kennedy

Senior Managing Director – Sustainability and Enterprise Reinvention Lead, Growth Markets

Amy Callahan

Senior Managing Director – Sustainability Services US Lead

Sustainability careers

Sustainability spans environmental, social and governance issues. Help every organization must embrace sustainability for future competitiveness.