Ultratech Cement
Ultratech Cement Limited, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, is a leading player in the Indian cement industry, headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 1983, Ultratech has grown to become the largest manufacturer of grey cement, ready mix concrete, and white cement in India, with a significant presence across various operational regions including the West, North, and South of the country. The company’s core offerings include high-performance cement products that cater to diverse construction needs, distinguished by their superior quality and innovative formulations. Ultratech's commitment to sustainability and advanced technology has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements such as being the first in India to introduce eco-friendly cement solutions. With a robust distribution network and a strong brand reputation, Ultratech Cement continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and excellence in construction materials.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ultratech Cement's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Cement Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Ultratech Cement's score of 33 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ultratech Cement's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, UltraTech Cement, headquartered in India, reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 62,530,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,695,030,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 4,204,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability within the construction materials sector. UltraTech Cement has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. By FY2032, the company aims to achieve a 27% reduction in Scope 1 emissions per ton of cementitious material, using FY2017 as the baseline. Additionally, they are committed to a 69% reduction in Scope 2 emissions per ton of cementitious material within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company’s emissions data highlights the substantial impact of their operations, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are often the largest component for companies in the cement industry. UltraTech Cement's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint demonstrates its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices in the construction materials sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,268,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,208,760 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,879,313,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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