Dangote
Dangote Industries Limited, headquartered in Nigeria (NG), is a leading conglomerate renowned for its diverse operations across various sectors, primarily cement, sugar, and flour production. Founded in 1981 by Aliko Dangote, the company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming Africa's largest cement producer, with operations spanning multiple countries in West and East Africa. The company's flagship product, Dangote Cement, is distinguished by its high quality and innovative production techniques, setting industry standards. In addition to cement, Dangote is a major player in the sugar and flour markets, contributing to food security in the region. With a strong market position and a commitment to sustainable practices, Dangote Industries continues to drive economic growth and development across Africa.
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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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Dangote's score of 40 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Dangote's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dangote Cement reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 17,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 8,989,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 18,545,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint across its operations globally. Dangote Cement has set an ambitious target to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2060. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, including Scope 1 and Scope 2, with ongoing efforts to implement carbon offset strategies for emissions that cannot be avoided. The company aims to initiate these efforts starting in 2023, reflecting a long-term vision for sustainability and climate responsibility. The company has also reported emission intensities, with a net CO₂ emission of about 577 kg CO2e per tonne of cementitious material produced in 2023. This figure is indicative of their ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and reduce emissions per unit of production. Overall, Dangote Cement's climate commitments and emissions data underscore its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact in the cement industry.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
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