Exhibit

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statement (Form S-8) pertaining to the Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan of Acuity Brands, Inc. of our reports dated October 26, 2017, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedule and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Acuity Brands, Inc. included in its Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended August 31, 2017, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.