ACCIONA | BUSINESS AS UNUSUAL
We are a global group that develops and manages sustainable infrastructure solutions, especially in renewable energy. Our business spans the entire value chain, from design and construction through to operation and maintenance.
Our goal is to lead the transition towards a low-carbon economy, bringing technical excellence and innovation to all of our projects to design a better planet. We are committed to contributing to the economic and social development of the communities in which we operate.
At ACCIONA we are championing a different way of doing business that promotes the welfare of society and the planet, going beyond economic interests. We invest in sustainable projects that make the world a better place.
We support the achievement United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, which address the greatest challenges facing humanity.
Developing quality, reliable, sustainable and resilient infrastructure to support economic development and human well-being is vital in our fight against climate change. It is important that companies that are delivering our infrastructure have a sustainable and innovative mind.
In Australia, ACCIONA’s recent transport infrastructure projects have included two highways, the Sydney Light Rail. Local outcomes from these projects resulted in nearly $1 million AUD investment in innovation, 60.5km of new and upgraded roads and 12km of light rail.
13% of the global population still lacks access to safe and reliable sources of electricity. ACCIONA is contributing to SDG 7 through generating clean energy from our renewable assets. Our projects will supply clean energy that will go towards the 2030 goals related to increasing renewable energy into the global energy mix, providing access to affordable, reliable and modern energy services and improving energy efficiency.
Currently, cities represent 3% of the earth’s land, however they contain over 50% of the population! This figure is expected to increase to 70% in 2050. That’s why, it is so important that we are building sustainable cities and communities so that we can thrive.
Climate change is the main challenge facing our future. With the rise of temperature, sea levels, land diversification and water scarcity, it is important that companies take action against climate change by investing in sustainability through things like composite materials, reducing emissions and creating a circular economy through renewable energy and waste-to-energy projects.
In Australia, ACCIONA avoided 15 tonnes of CO2 emissions per capita. This was measured from 3 of our wind farms. As a result, our local operations avoided 1.1 million tonnes of CO2 emissions (2019).
The Adelaide Desalination Plant in South Australia has empowered the region to withstand droughts and meet the water needs of its population year-round.