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Cement Production
AU
updated 3 days ago

James Hardie Industries

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James Hardie Industries plc, commonly known as James Hardie, is a leading global manufacturer of fibre cement products, headquartered in Australia. Established in 1888, the company has evolved into a key player in the building materials industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in durable and sustainable building solutions, James Hardie is renowned for its innovative fibre cement siding, backer board, and other exterior products. These offerings are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions while providing aesthetic appeal, making them a preferred choice for builders and homeowners alike. With a strong market position, James Hardie has received numerous accolades for its commitment to quality and sustainability, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the construction sector. The company continues to lead the way in advancing building materials technology, ensuring long-lasting performance and environmental responsibility.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Cement Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

12

Industry Benchmark

James Hardie Industries's score of 23 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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James Hardie Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, James Hardie Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,906,710,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 331,274,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 265,426,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,310,009,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major sources, including purchased goods and services (approximately 1,494,089,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 431,141,000 kg CO2e). James Hardie has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. They have also established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. These commitments reflect the company's recognition of the challenges associated with reducing Scope 1 emissions, which are common across various industries. The emissions data and climate initiatives are sourced directly from James Hardie Industries plc, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company is actively working towards its sustainability goals, demonstrating a commitment to addressing its carbon footprint in the construction materials sector.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
330,836,000
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Scope 2
273,004,000
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Scope 3
1,428,568,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. James Hardie Industries's primary industry is Cement, lime and plaster, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 James Hardie Industries is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

James Hardie Industries 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.

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

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