Ultratech Cement Limited, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, is a leading player in the Indian cement industry, headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 1983, Ultratech has grown to become the largest manufacturer of grey cement, ready mix concrete, and white cement in India, with a significant presence across various operational regions including the West, North, and South of the country. The company’s core offerings include high-performance cement products that cater to diverse construction needs, distinguished by their superior quality and innovative formulations. Ultratech's commitment to sustainability and advanced technology has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements such as being the first in India to introduce eco-friendly cement solutions. With a robust distribution network and a strong brand reputation, Ultratech Cement continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and excellence in construction materials.
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Ultratech Cement's score of 42 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, UltraTech Cement reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 71,237,860,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,884,390,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 8,250,580,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all scopes. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 27% reduction in Scope 1 emissions intensity and a 69% reduction in Scope 2 emissions intensity by 2032, using 2017 as the base year. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they align with global climate goals. UltraTech Cement is also a founding member of the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) and has committed to the '2050 Climate Ambition', which includes developing carbon-neutral concrete by 2050. This long-term vision underscores their dedication to reducing the overall CO2 footprint of their operations and products. In summary, UltraTech Cement is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions and has established clear, science-based targets to guide their sustainability efforts in the coming years.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 51,268,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,208,760 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 5,879,313,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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