Acerinox S.A. is a prominent player in the global stainless steel manufacturing industry. As a well-established company, its primary function involves the production and distribution of stainless stee... Acerinox S.A. is a prominent player in the global stainless steel manufacturing industry. As a well-established company, its primary function involves the production and distribution of stainless steel products, meeting the demands of a wide array of industries, including construction, automotive, and consumer goods. With a strong emphasis on quality and technological advancement, Acerinox is recognized for its ability to produce a variety of stainless steel products like coils, sheets, and long products.
The company operates through several production sites and service centers globally, which allows it to maintain a competitive edge in the international market. Its strategic presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas enables it to effectively supply to regional markets while adapting to specific local demands. Since its founding in 1970, Acerinox has been integral to the development of innovative steel solutions, indirectly supporting sectors ranging from furniture design to heavy industrial applications. Consequently, Acerinox's contributions significantly underpin infrastructure and technological advancements worldwide.
In 2024, Acerinox was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Acerinox has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Acerinox are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Portion of total company turnover generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
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Insights into Acerinox's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Acerinox reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 4.06 billion, representing 75.1% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 3.81 billion of Acerinox's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 70.4% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Acerinox's Taxonomy-Eligible Turnover Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
Have Acerinox's revenues become more sustainable over time?
Since 2022, Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned revenues decreased by 4.86%, indicating a long-term decline in environmentally sustainable revenue performance.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned revenues remained relatively stable, indicating that Acerinox maintained operational continuity , with no significant changes in the scale of sustainable activities or the coverage of its taxonomy-aligned reporting.a, b
How much of Acerinox's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 4.06 billion of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 75.1% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 3.81 billion (70.4% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 4.7% of Acerinox's revenue is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these activities did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards.a
How much of Acerinox's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 3.81 billion of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 70.4% of its total turnover.a
This strong alignment suggests that Acerinox has strategically integrated environmentally sustainable activities into its core business model, positioning itself as a leader in the green transition.
Acerinox's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Acerinox's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
How is Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 70.4%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much revenue does Acerinox earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 3.81 billion of its total revenue was associated with activities contributing to the EU taxonomy climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This accounted for 70.4% of the company's total revenue,indicating that Acerinoxprimarily focuseson solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into Acerinox's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Acerinox reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 172.05 million,representing 80.2% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 164.51 million of Acerinox's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 76.7% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Acerinox's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have Acerinox's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX)remained relatively stable, suggesting that Acerinox has neither expanded nor reduced its sustainability-focused capital investments in recent years.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX remained relatively stable, indicating that Acerinox maintained consistent levels of green capital expenditure, with no significant expansion or retreat in its taxonomy-aligned investment strategy.a, b
How much of Acerinox's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 172.05 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 80.2% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 164.51 million (76.7% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 3.5% of Acerinox's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Acerinox's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 164.51 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 76.7% of its total capital investment.a
This strong alignment suggests that Acerinox is directing a significant portion of its capital investments toward environmentally sustainable assets or activities, reinforcing a strategic focus on long-term sustainability.
Acerinox's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Acerinox's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 76.7%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much Acerinox is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Acerinox allocated EUR 164.59 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 76.7% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Acerinoxis prioritizing climate-focused investments as a central part of its overall capital strategy.a
Insights into Acerinox's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Acerinox reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 64.03 million,representing 66.5% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 57.24 million of Acerinox's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 59.4% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Acerinox's Taxonomy-Eligible Opex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Opex
Have Acerinox's increased its spending in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned operating expenditure (OPEX)decreased by 21.01%,indicating a long-term decline in sustainability-related operational spending, which may reflect shifting priorities or reduced emphasis on green initiatives.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned OPEX decreased by 32.04%, suggesting that Acerinox may have reduced spending on environmentally sustainable activities, adjusted its operational priorities, or decreased the scope of its taxonomy-related disclosures.a, b
How much of Acerinox's operational expenditure (OPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 64.03 million of its operational expenditure (OPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 66.5% of the company's total OPEX. Of this amount, EUR 57.24 million (59.4% of total OPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 7.1% of Acerinox's OPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these expenditures either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Acerinox's eligible OPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that EUR 57.24 million of its OPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 59.4% of its total operational expenditure.a
This strong alignment suggests that Acerinox is allocating a significant share of its operating budget to environmentally sustainable activities, signaling a strategic emphasis on day-to-day sustainability performance.
Acerinox's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Acerinox's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Opex
How is Acerinox's taxonomy-aligned OPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Acerinox reported that its taxonomy-aligned operational expenditure (OPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 59.4%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much of Acerinox's operational budget supports climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Acerinox allocated EUR 57.19 million of its OPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 59.4% of the company's total OPEX,indicating that Acerinoxis focusing a significant share of its operational spending on supporting climate action through its day-to-day activities.a
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