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Cement Production
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CalPortland Company Sustainability Profile

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CalPortland Company, a leading player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1891, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the western United States and parts of Canada. Specialising in the production of cement, concrete, and aggregates, CalPortland is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the construction sector. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, CalPortland has consistently positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its advanced manufacturing processes and environmentally responsible practices. The company’s core products not only adhere to stringent industry standards but also incorporate cutting-edge technology, setting them apart in a competitive landscape. Through its dedication to excellence, CalPortland continues to shape the future of construction materials.

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12

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.

18

Industry Benchmark

CalPortland Company's score of 12 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CalPortland Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Taiheiyo Cement Corporation

CalPortland Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its climate strategy, CalPortland inherits emissions data and performance metrics from Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, which operates at a cascade level of 2. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives from CalPortland are not detailed in the available information. CalPortland's climate commitments are aligned with industry standards, but without specific emissions figures or reduction targets, the company's current status in carbon management remains unclear. The absence of detailed data highlights the need for further transparency in their climate initiatives and emissions reporting.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
2,268,000
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How Carbon Intensive is CalPortland Company's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CalPortland Company's primary industry is Cement, lime and plaster, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is CalPortland Company'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 CalPortland Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

CalPortland Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

CalPortland Company's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
51%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
49%

CalPortland 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.

CalPortland 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
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