Kcp
KCP Limited, commonly referred to as KCP, is a prominent player in the Indian manufacturing sector, headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1941, KCP has evolved into a diversified conglomerate with significant operations in the cement, sugar, and power generation industries. The company is renowned for its high-quality cement products, which are distinguished by their durability and eco-friendly production processes. With a strong market presence across India and international operations, KCP has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its cement production capacity and the introduction of innovative sugar processing techniques. The company’s commitment to sustainability and excellence has solidified its position as a leader in the industry, making KCP a trusted name among consumers and stakeholders alike.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kcp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Kcp's score of 19 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kcp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KCP reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 2,256,174,700 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 149,748,900 kg CO2e. This follows a trend of increasing emissions from previous years, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2,259,671,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and around 2,047,904,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Scope 2 emissions also rose from about 108,381,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to approximately 114,369,000 kg CO2e in 2023. KCP has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations. Despite the rising emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their commitments. This lack of defined reduction initiatives suggests that KCP may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 342,909,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,368,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kcp is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
