Holcim Sustainability Profile
Holcim, officially known as Holcim Group, is a leading global player in the construction materials industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1912, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Holcim's core business areas include the production of cement, aggregates, and ready-mix concrete, with a commitment to sustainability that sets it apart from competitors. With a focus on innovative solutions, Holcim offers unique products designed to enhance construction efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its position as one of the largest cement producers worldwide, recognised for its dedication to sustainable building practices. Holcim continues to lead the market, driving advancements in eco-friendly construction materials and practices.
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Holcim's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Holcim reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 117,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 71,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 42,000,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 25% reduction in gross Scope 1 and 2 emissions per tonne of cementitious materials by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Holcim plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25.1% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. Holcim's long-term commitment includes achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a significant reduction target of 95% for Scope 1 and 2 emissions per tonne of cementitious materials by 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from a 2020 base year. The company is also focusing on Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) technologies to help meet these targets. Holcim's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework, ensuring that their targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. The data and targets are cascaded from Holcim AG, reflecting the company's integrated approach to sustainability and emissions reduction.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 121,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Holcim's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Holcim's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 121% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 36% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Holcim's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Holcim 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.
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