Ramco Cements, officially known as The Ramco Cements Limited, is a leading player in the Indian cement industry, headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1961, the company has grown to become one of the largest cement manufacturers in India, with a strong presence in southern and eastern regions. Specialising in the production of various types of cement, including Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) and Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC), Ramco Cements is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of eco-friendly products that cater to the growing demand for sustainable construction materials. With a robust market position, Ramco Cements has consistently been recognised for its innovative practices and operational excellence, making it a trusted choice for builders and contractors across the country.
How does Ramco Cements'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.
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Ramco Cements's score of 16 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Ramco Cements reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 9,980,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 740,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they recorded around 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 780,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Ramco Cements is actively engaged in monitoring its emissions and has reported emission intensities related to revenue and physical output. The emissions data is sourced directly from The Ramco Cements Limited, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. As the cement industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, Ramco Cements' commitment to transparency in emissions reporting is crucial for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change challenges.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,333,772,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 75,880,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Ramco Cements 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.
