Heidelberg Materials, formerly known as HeidelbergCement, is a leading global player in the cement, lime, and plaster industry, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1873, the company has evolved into one of the largest building materials manufacturers worldwide, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia.
Specialising in the production of cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete, Heidelberg Materials is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core products are distinguished by their high quality and performance, catering to diverse construction needs. With a strong market position, Heidelberg Materials has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly building solutions, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the industry.
+36 vs industry average
Heidelberg Materials’s score of 62 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Cement Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Cement Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Heidelberg Materials's reported carbon emissions
Heidelberg Materials, headquartered in Germany and operating within the cement, lime, and plaster industry, has reported significant progress in its carbon emissions reduction efforts.
For 2025, the company's total greenhouse gas emissions are projected to be approximately 90.3 billion kg CO2e. This includes scope 1 emissions of about 61.3 billion kg CO2e, scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.4 billion kg CO2e (market-based), and scope 3 emissions of about 24.6 billion kg CO2e, encompassing investments, purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and upstream and downstream transportation.
In 2024, Heidelberg Materials reported scope 1 emissions of roughly 61.1 billion kg CO2e and scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.2 billion kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 data for this year was not fully disclosed.
The company's climate commitments include a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Heidelberg Materials has set near-term targets, such as a commitment to reduce specific scope 1 CO2 emissions by 24% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels, and to reduce scope 2 CO2 emissions by 65% between 2020 and 2030. Furthermore, they aim to reduce specific net Scope 1 CO2 emissions to below 400 kg per tonne of cementitious material by 2030. In terms of scope 3 emissions, Heidelberg Materials aims for a 25% reduction in purchased goods and services by 2030 compared to 2020.
The company's Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation includes a commitment to reduce gross scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 26.7% per ton of cementitious material by 2030 from a 2020 base year. This further breaks down into a 24% reduction for gross scope 1 emissions and a 65% reduction for scope 2 emissions per ton of cementitious material within the same timeframe. They also commit to reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% by 2030. Heidelberg Materials is also working towards a long-term reduction of gross scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 95% per ton of cementitious material by 2050 and a 90% reduction in absolute scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe.
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Heidelberg Materials’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
30.5% reduction in Scope 1
% change anticipated in absolute Scope 1+2 emissions 30.5
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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