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.
How does Dangote'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.
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Dangote's score of 31 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Dangote Cement Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were about 17,400,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from approximately 600,000,000 kg CO2e in the same year. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 but has not reported any Scope 3 emissions. Dangote Cement aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060, with commitments to carbon offsets for unavoidable emissions. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions, including Scope 1 and Scope 2, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. The company has set a clear ambition to reduce its carbon footprint while continuing to monitor and report its emissions transparently. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, Dangote Cement Plc, indicating a structured approach to sustainability within the corporate family. The reported figures and commitments align with industry standards for climate accountability and demonstrate Dangote's ongoing efforts to address climate change.
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| 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Dangote 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.

