Holcim
Holcim, officially known as Holcim Group, is a leading global player in the construction materials industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1912, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Holcim's core business areas include the production of cement, aggregates, and ready-mix concrete, with a commitment to sustainability that sets it apart from competitors. With a focus on innovative solutions, Holcim offers unique products designed to enhance construction efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its position as one of the largest cement producers worldwide, recognised for its dedication to sustainable building practices. Holcim continues to lead the market, driving advancements in eco-friendly construction materials and practices.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Holcim's score of 69 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Holcim's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Holcim Ltd reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 127,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 75,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 47,000,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. Holcim's near-term targets include a reduction of gross Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 24.95% per ton of cementitious materials by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased clinker and cement by 25.1% per ton purchased within the same timeframe. For long-term goals, Holcim commits to a significant reduction of 94.9% in gross Scope 1 and 2 emissions per ton of cementitious materials by 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from various categories, including purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, and transportation. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Holcim's commitment to sustainable practices in the construction materials sector, headquartered in Switzerland (CH).
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 52,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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