Aalborg Portland
Aalborg Portland, a leading name in the cement industry, is headquartered in Aalborg, Denmark (DK). Founded in 1889, the company has established itself as a key player in the production of high-quality cement and related products, serving major operational regions across Europe and beyond. Specialising in innovative cement solutions, Aalborg Portland is renowned for its unique white cement, which is widely used in architectural applications and decorative projects. The company’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing product performance. With a strong focus on research and development, Aalborg Portland continues to set industry standards, making significant contributions to the construction sector while prioritising environmental responsibility.
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Aalborg Portland's score of 29 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aalborg Portland's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aalborg Portland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,707,237,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 50,708,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 446,839,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from about 2,341,964,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to the latest figure, reflecting a commitment to lowering their carbon footprint. The company has demonstrated a consistent downward trend in emissions over the years, with Scope 1 emissions reducing from approximately 2,341,964,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 1,707,237,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions decreased from about 42,230,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 50,708,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 3 emissions also saw a reduction from 605,155,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 446,839,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite these reductions, Aalborg Portland has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, which was reported at approximately 782,000 kg CO2e per tonne for Scope 1 in 2023. Aalborg Portland's ongoing efforts reflect a broader industry trend towards sustainability and carbon neutrality, aligning with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,341,964,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,230,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Aalborg Portland is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
