EQS-News: aconnic reduces emissions by 30% in 2024 and improves sustainability rating with Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

aconnic AG (ISIN: DE000A0LBKW6), Munich, published the 2024 Corporate Carbon Footprint (CCF) report which will also be part of the annual ESG report. In 2024 aconnic has achieved a reduction of emissions in all areas and on all defined KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). This is a result of the initiatives and processes that have been implemented to reach climate-neutral operation by 2030.

Absolute total emissions for the Supply Chain Operation including all activities such as production and other adjacent areas have been reduced by 33% compared to the last year.

Thereof the reduction of Scope 1 and Scope 2 that are caused by own primary activities have been reduced by 51%. Scope 3 emissions – including related suppliers and customers activities, reported as upstream and downstream activities have been reduced by 24%, compared to the previous year 2023.

aconnic also provides data for benchmark and sustainability rating including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). In the most recent published rating aconnic has received a “B” rating in the area of climate change, which is an upgrade from “C” received in 2024.

"By participating in these ratings, we are actively addressing the challenges and benchmarks in the area of sustainability. Our results confirm our commitment. They show that our sustainability measures meet the highest standards and best practices. These regular assessments ensure the quality assurance of our initiatives and confirm that our efforts meet global sustainability expectations," says Werner Neubauer, CEO of aconnic AG.

As part of the commitment to climate neutrality by 2030, the aconnic Group has defined its own climate targets aligned with the 1.5 degree C mark. These targets, which cover both business operations and supply chain, illustrate the determined approach to reducing CO2 emissions. Participation in the ratings makes it possible to continuously monitor progress towards these targets and make necessary adjustments in good time.

aconnic provides detailed reports on CO2 emissions and other climate data, which are reviewed by rating institutions.

aconnic's commitment to transparency and responsible climate management represents the promise of creating sustainable value for the company, the customers and the environment. Progress is communicated openly and is therefore visible as a contribution to a more sustainable future.

About aconnic AG

 aconnic AG is an international technology supplier and network equipment provider based in Munich. aconnic AG enables the construction and operation of high-performance gigabit networks with key focus on network security, energy efficiency and sustainability as well as technologies and products to capture and store CO₂ to achieve climate neutrality through carbon capture and bio-energic climate neutral fuels. Systems with hard-, software and services are used by customers such as Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telecom Italia, Swisscom, A1 Telekom Austria, and América Móvil. aconnic AG is the only international system supplier for critical communication infrastructure with European research, development, production and supply chain, as well as its headquarters in Germany, contributing to the strategic and technological autonomy of Europe. aconnic AG has been listed on the German stock exchange since 2006 and generated a total performance of 55 mn EUR in 2024.

Contact

aconnic AG
D-80992 Munich, Riesstrasse 16
Sebastian Schubert, Investor Relations
Phone: +49 89 3 8998 7770
Email: investor@aconnic.com