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Cement Production
CO
updated 5 months ago

Cemex Colombia S.A. Sustainability Profile

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Cemex Colombia S.A., a prominent player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in Colombia. Established in 1999, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali. Specialising in cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates, Cemex Colombia stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in product development. With a strong market position, Cemex Colombia has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of eco-friendly practices and advanced technologies in its production processes. The company is recognised for its high-quality products that cater to both residential and commercial construction needs, making it a trusted partner in the industry. Through its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction, Cemex Colombia continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in the Colombian construction sector.

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How does Cemex Colombia S.A.'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.

92

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

Cemex Colombia S.A.'s score of 92 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cemex Colombia S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V.

Cemex Colombia S.A. currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V., which cascades its climate commitments and performance metrics down to its subsidiaries. Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V. has established various climate initiatives, including Science-Based Targets (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to reduce carbon emissions across their operations, although specific reduction targets for Cemex Colombia S.A. have not been detailed. As part of its corporate family, Cemex Colombia S.A. aligns with the broader sustainability goals set by its parent company, which includes commitments to achieving net-zero emissions and enhancing energy efficiency. However, without specific data or targets at the subsidiary level, the precise impact of these initiatives on Cemex Colombia S.A.'s emissions remains unclear. Overall, while Cemex Colombia S.A. is part of a larger framework of climate commitments, detailed emissions data and specific reduction targets for the subsidiary are not currently available.

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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Cemex Colombia S.A.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cemex Colombia S.A.'s primary industry is Cement Production, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cemex Colombia S.A.'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 Cemex Colombia S.A. is in CO, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cemex Colombia S.A.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cemex Colombia S.A.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 18% last year and increased by approximately 23% since 2019, 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 31% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 36% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
36%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
15%
Use of Sold Products
15%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
Investments
7%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
7%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Capital Goods
1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Cemex Colombia S.A.'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.

Cemex Colombia S.A. 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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