Taiwan Cement
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Taiwan Cement's score of 37 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Taiwan Cement's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Taiwan Cement reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,647,176,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 3,457,601,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 186,576,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 511,001,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, Taiwan Cement's emissions have shown variability, with total emissions recorded at approximately 5,048,912,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 4,642,731,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has not established specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Taiwan Cement's emissions intensity for cementitious materials has been reported at about 3,270 kg CO2e per tonne in 2017, demonstrating the industry's ongoing challenge in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As a major player in the cement industry, Taiwan Cement's future climate commitments will be crucial in addressing the sector's significant carbon footprint.
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Get Started| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 202,107,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,402,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Taiwan Cement 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.
