Vicat
Vicat, officially known as Vicat Group, is a prominent player in the construction materials industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1853, the company has established a strong presence in various regions, including Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Specialising in the production of cement, concrete, and aggregates, Vicat is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering unique products that meet the evolving needs of the construction sector. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Vicat has consistently positioned itself as a leader in the market, recognised for its high-quality materials and environmentally friendly practices. The company’s dedication to research and development has resulted in advanced solutions that enhance durability and performance, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in construction projects worldwide.
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Vicat's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vicat reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,800,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 17,800,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (1,500,000,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (900,000,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Vicat's total emissions were about 21,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,300,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 800,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,100,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. Vicat has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they are actively monitoring and reporting their emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company continues to engage in industry-standard practices to address climate change, although specific reduction strategies or pledges have not been outlined.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Vicat is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
