Eagle Materials
Eagle Materials Inc., a prominent player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1963, the company has established a strong presence across key operational regions, including the Midwest and Southwest. Specialising in the production of gypsum wallboard, cement, concrete, and aggregates, Eagle Materials is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability. With a focus on innovation, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach. Eagle Materials stands out for its advanced manufacturing processes and environmentally responsible practices, positioning itself as a leader in the industry. Notably, the company has consistently demonstrated robust financial performance, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in the construction sector.
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Eagle Materials's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Eagle Materials reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 5,480,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 560,000,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, primarily from its cement production operations. Eagle Materials has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 20% by 2030, using 2011 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact. Additionally, Eagle Materials has an aspirational goal to achieve net zero emissions for Scope 1 by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. The company’s emissions intensity from cement production has shown a gradual decrease, with reported values of 890.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2011, 740.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022, and 720.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023. This trend indicates progress towards their reduction targets. Eagle Materials operates independently, with no emissions data cascaded from a parent company, ensuring that its climate commitments and performance are directly attributable to its own initiatives.
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| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,480,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 560,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Eagle Materials is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
