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Holcim (Argentina) S.A. Sustainability Profile

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Holcim (Argentina) S.A., a leading player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Established in 1944, the company has grown to become a significant provider of cement, concrete, and aggregates across the nation, with a strong presence in key operational regions including the Pampas and Patagonia. Holcim Argentina is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of the construction sector. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of cement types and ready-mix concrete, distinguished by their durability and environmental performance. As a subsidiary of the global Holcim Group, Holcim Argentina has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in infrastructure development and construction projects throughout the country.

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86

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Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Holcim AG

Holcim (Argentina) S.A. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a broader corporate family, with emissions data and climate commitments cascaded from its parent organisation, Holcim AG. Holcim AG has established various climate initiatives and targets, which Holcim (Argentina) S.A. adheres to as a current subsidiary. These initiatives include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the Climate Action 100+ initiative, all of which are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. While specific reduction targets for Holcim (Argentina) S.A. are not detailed, the overarching goals set by Holcim AG reflect a commitment to sustainability and significant reductions in carbon emissions. The company is actively engaged in efforts to align with global climate standards, although precise metrics and timelines for reductions at the subsidiary level remain unspecified. In summary, while Holcim (Argentina) S.A. does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is integrated into the climate strategies of Holcim AG, which is focused on achieving substantial emissions reductions and promoting sustainable practices within the construction materials industry.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
8,000,000,000
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Scope 3
19,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'s primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Holcim (Argentina) S.A. is in AR, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Investments
47%
Purchased Goods and Services
17%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
12%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
10%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Processing of Sold Products
4%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
3%
Capital Goods
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Holcim (Argentina) S.A.'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 (Argentina) S.A. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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