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Cement Production
US
updated a month ago

Ash Grove Cement Company Sustainability Profile

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Ash Grove Cement Company, a prominent player in the cement industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Specialising in the production of high-quality cement and related products, Ash Grove is known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a diverse portfolio that includes Portland cement, blended cement, and specialty products, Ash Grove stands out for its focus on environmentally friendly practices and superior performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for quality and sustainability, solidifying its position as a leader in the market. Ash Grove Cement Company continues to drive advancements in the industry while meeting the evolving needs of its customers.

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57

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ash Grove Cement Company's score of 57 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

73%

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Ash Grove Cement Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from CRH plc

As of the latest available data, Ash Grove Cement Company does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of recent emissions data. However, the company is a current subsidiary of CRH plc, which provides a framework for its climate commitments and initiatives. Ash Grove Cement Company inherits its climate targets and performance metrics from CRH plc, which has established significant sustainability goals. These include commitments to reduce carbon emissions across its operations, aligning with industry standards and best practices. The initiatives cascaded from CRH plc encompass various climate-related frameworks, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). While specific reduction targets for Ash Grove Cement Company are not detailed, the overarching goals from CRH plc suggest a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact. The company is expected to adhere to these commitments, focusing on reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions as part of its operational strategy. In summary, while Ash Grove Cement Company currently lacks specific emissions data, it is positioned within a corporate family that prioritises climate action and sustainability, guided by the initiatives and targets set by its parent company, CRH plc.

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Scope 1
10,500,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
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-
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
0,000,000,000
-
-
-
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Ash Grove Cement Company's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ash Grove Cement Company's primary industry is Cement Production, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ash Grove Cement Company's Location?

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Very high
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 Ash Grove Cement Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ash Grove Cement Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Ash Grove Cement Company's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 30% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
62%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
16%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
11%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
11%
Processing of Sold Products
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Employee Commuting
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Ash Grove Cement Company'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.

Ash Grove Cement Company 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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