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LOMA NEGRA

LOMA NEGRA, officially known as Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina S.A., is a leading player in the cement industry, headquartered in Argentina. Established in 1926, the company has grown to become a significant force in the South American market, with operations primarily concentrated in Argentina and surrounding regions. Specialising in the production of cement, concrete, and aggregates, LOMA NEGRA is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s innovative approach to manufacturing and its extensive product range set it apart from competitors, catering to both residential and commercial construction needs. With a strong market position, LOMA NEGRA has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production methods. Its dedication to excellence has solidified its reputation as a trusted supplier in the construction sector, making it a cornerstone of Argentina's infrastructure development.

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40

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

LOMA NEGRA's score of 40 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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LOMA NEGRA's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, LOMA NEGRA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 478,985 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 3 emissions. This includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 222,615 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 176,554 kg CO2e). For the previous year, 2023, LOMA NEGRA's emissions were considerably higher, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,143,095 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 125,356 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 836,400 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, setting ambitious reduction targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. This initiative involves forming interdisciplinary teams to develop a portfolio of solutions and investments aimed at achieving these goals. LOMA NEGRA's specific emissions for 2023 were reported as 507,130 kg CO2e per tonne of cement equivalent for Scope 1 and 523,030 kg CO2e per tonne for the combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, focusing on sustainable practices within the cement industry.

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2,160,013,000
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Scope 2
173,192,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
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000,000.0
000,000.00
000,000.00

Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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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 LOMA NEGRA is in AR, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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LOMA NEGRA 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
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