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Financial Intermediation
EG
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Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E. Sustainability Profile

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Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E., a prominent player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in Egypt. Established in 1977, the company has significantly contributed to the development of the Egyptian construction sector, focusing on cement, concrete, and aggregates. With operations spanning major regions across the country, Lafarge Egypt is renowned for its innovative products and sustainable practices. The company offers a diverse range of core products, including high-quality cement and ready-mix concrete, distinguished by their durability and performance. Lafarge Egypt has achieved a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community development. As part of the global Lafarge Group, it continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving advancements in building materials and construction solutions.

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How does Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'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.

100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Holcim AG

Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E. currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Holcim AG, from which it inherits climate commitments and performance metrics. As a current subsidiary of Holcim AG, Lafarge Egypt aligns with the sustainability initiatives and targets set by its parent company. Holcim AG has established science-based targets (SBTi) and participates in various climate-related initiatives, including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and Climate Action 100+. These commitments aim to significantly reduce carbon emissions across their operations, although specific reduction targets for Lafarge Egypt have not been detailed. Lafarge Egypt's climate strategy is influenced by Holcim AG's overarching goals, which focus on reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company is expected to contribute to these targets through its operational practices and sustainability initiatives, although specific achievements or reduction targets for Lafarge Egypt have not been disclosed. In summary, while Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E. does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is committed to the climate initiatives set forth by Holcim AG, reflecting a broader commitment to sustainability within the construction materials industry.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
121,000,000,000
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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

How Carbon Intensive is Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'s primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'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 Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E. is in EG, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'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%

Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E.'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.

Lafarge Building Materials Holding, Egypt S.A.E. 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
Reduction Actions

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