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LafargeHolcim Brasil

LafargeHolcim Brasil, a subsidiary of the global leader in building materials, LafargeHolcim, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across the country. Founded in 2015 through the merger of Lafarge and Holcim, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the construction industry, focusing on cement, concrete, and aggregates. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, LafargeHolcim Brasil offers a range of unique products designed to meet the evolving needs of the construction sector. The company is renowned for its high-quality materials and advanced solutions that enhance durability and efficiency. As a market leader, LafargeHolcim Brasil has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for sustainability and excellence in construction practices, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in building a better future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does LafargeHolcim Brasil'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.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

LafargeHolcim Brasil's score of 29 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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LafargeHolcim Brasil's reported carbon emissions

In 2019, LafargeHolcim Brasil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 561,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 37,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce gross Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 23% per tonne of cementitious products by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, LafargeHolcim Brasil is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals to enhance its sustainability and reduce its environmental impact in the construction materials sector.

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2019
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561
Scope 2
37
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. LafargeHolcim Brasil's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low 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 LafargeHolcim Brasil is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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LafargeHolcim Brasil is participating in some 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
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