Polpaico
Polpaico, officially known as Polpaico S.A., is a leading player in the construction materials industry, headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Founded in 1944, the company has established a strong presence in the production of cement, concrete, and aggregates, serving both residential and commercial sectors across the country. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Polpaico offers a range of high-quality products that stand out for their durability and environmental considerations. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production methods, positioning itself as a market leader in Chile. Recognised for its reliability and excellence, Polpaico continues to contribute to major infrastructure projects, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the construction industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Polpaico'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
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Industry Benchmark
Polpaico's score of 21 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Polpaico's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Polpaico reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,397,384,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 1,684,479,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes approximately 528,851,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,145,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 867,388,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a significant decrease in total emissions, showcasing Polpaico's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Polpaico has set long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Polpaico has officially joined. The company is actively working towards these targets, having initiated its reduction strategy in 2023. The intensity of emissions for Polpaico's cement production was reported at approximately 585 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, down from 693 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability in the construction materials sector.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 586,184,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 64,867,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,033,428,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Polpaico is committed to some 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.
