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Cement Production
ZA
updated 2 months ago

AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd Sustainability Profile

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AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd, headquartered in Johannesburg, is a leading player in the construction materials industry, specialising in cement, concrete, and aggregate production. Established in 1934, the company has grown significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of innovative products and sustainable practices that set it apart in the market. With operations across South Africa and neighbouring countries, AfriSam is renowned for its high-quality cement and concrete solutions, which are tailored to meet the diverse needs of the construction sector. The company’s commitment to sustainability and excellence has solidified its position as a trusted partner in infrastructure development, contributing to numerous landmark projects. AfriSam continues to lead the way in providing reliable, eco-friendly building materials, making it a cornerstone of the South African construction landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd'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.

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd's score of 0 is lower than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd's reported carbon emissions

AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for kg CO2e emissions. Additionally, the company has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As a result, there is no information on their scope of emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3) or any significant achievements in reducing carbon emissions. Without specific data or commitments, it is unclear how AfriSam is addressing climate change within the context of the cement and construction materials industry. The absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that AfriSam may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

How Carbon Intensive is AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd's primary industry is Cement Production, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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