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Cement Production
US
updated 6 months ago

CEMEX, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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CEMEX, Inc., a leading global building materials company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Founded in 1906, CEMEX has established itself as a key player in the construction industry, specialising in the production and distribution of cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, CEMEX offers unique products such as its eco-friendly concrete solutions, which cater to the growing demand for environmentally responsible construction materials. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as one of the largest cement producers worldwide, underscoring its strong market position and dedication to quality. CEMEX continues to lead the industry by integrating advanced technology and sustainable practices into its operations.

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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, Inc.'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, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

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

CEMEX, Inc., 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 CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V., which provides emissions data and climate commitments at a higher corporate level. CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. has set various climate initiatives, including targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements for CEMEX, Inc. have not been disclosed. As part of its commitment to sustainability, CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. is involved in several initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions across its operations, including the commitment to transition to renewable energy sources and improve energy efficiency. The cascading of these initiatives indicates a structured approach to climate action within the corporate family, although specific metrics for CEMEX, Inc. remain unspecified. Overall, while CEMEX, Inc. inherits its climate commitments from its parent company, detailed emissions data and specific reduction targets are not currently available.

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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is CEMEX, Inc.'s Industry?

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

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

CEMEX, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

CEMEX, Inc.'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, Inc.'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, Inc. has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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

Compare CEMEX, Inc.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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•
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•
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•
Construction work (45)
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