Summit Materials
Summit Materials, a leading construction materials company headquartered in the United States, has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest and the South. Founded in 2009, the company has rapidly grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, positioning itself as a key player in the aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mixed concrete sectors. Specialising in high-quality construction materials, Summit Materials distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core products, including crushed stone, sand, and asphalt, are designed to meet the evolving needs of the construction industry while adhering to rigorous environmental standards. With a focus on operational excellence, Summit Materials has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in infrastructure development across the United States.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Summit Materials'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
Summit Materials's score of 23 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Summit Materials's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Summit Materials reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,010,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,730,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 280,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions decreasing from approximately 2,240,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to the current level. Summit Materials has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, particularly in cement production, which is a significant aspect of its operations. The emissions intensity for cement, including cement clinkers, is reported at approximately 1,600 kg CO2e per tonne. Overall, while specific reduction targets are not outlined, Summit Materials is actively monitoring and reporting its emissions, reflecting a growing awareness of climate commitments within the construction materials industry.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,960,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 230,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,285,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Summit Materials is not committed to any 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.
