HeidelbergCement
HeidelbergCement AG, a leading global player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany. Founded in 1873, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in the production of cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, HeidelbergCement offers a diverse range of high-quality products that cater to various construction needs. The company is renowned for its environmentally friendly practices and advanced technologies, which set it apart in a competitive market. As one of the largest cement producers worldwide, HeidelbergCement has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions and a robust market position, making it a trusted name in the industry.
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HeidelbergCement's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HeidelbergCement reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 7,900,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 65,400,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating ongoing efforts to reduce their carbon footprint. HeidelbergCement has set ambitious targets to further reduce emissions. By 2030, the company aims to lower its Scope 1 emissions to 400 kg CO2e per tonne of cementitious material, representing a 47% reduction from current levels. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 65% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from electrical power consumption by 2030, compared to 2016 levels. The company is also committed to offering CO2-neutral concrete by 2050, which encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This long-term goal underscores HeidelbergCement's dedication to sustainability and climate action within the cement industry.
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| 1990 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 82,600,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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HeidelbergCement 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.
