Taiwan Cement Corporation, often referred to as TCC, is a leading player in the global cement industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1946, the company has grown to become a significant force in the Asia-Pacific region, with major operations in Taiwan and various international markets. Specialising in the production of high-quality cement and concrete products, Taiwan Cement is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core offerings include ordinary Portland cement, blended cement, and ready-mixed concrete, all designed to meet rigorous industry standards. With a strong market position, Taiwan Cement has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production methods and a robust supply chain. Its dedication to quality and environmental responsibility sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a trusted name in construction materials.
How does Taiwan Cement'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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Taiwan Cement's score of 11 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Taiwan Cement reported significant carbon emissions, with total Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 335,870,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 140,000,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations, and 70,230,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. This data highlights the company's substantial upstream emissions profile. For the previous year, 2022, Taiwan Cement disclosed Scope 1 emissions of about 2,639,026,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 164,387,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for 2019 were reported at around 748,026,110 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions contributing 468,948,000 kg CO2e and 279,079,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Despite these figures, Taiwan Cement has not established specific reduction targets or commitments through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for enhanced climate action strategies within the organisation. Overall, Taiwan Cement's emissions data reflects a significant environmental impact, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, while the lack of defined reduction targets indicates potential areas for improvement in their climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 468,948,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 279,079,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Taiwan Cement 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.

