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 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, UltraTech Cement reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 81,107,852,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,884,213,560 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 12,711,286,880 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. UltraTech Cement has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 27% reduction in Scope 1 GHG intensity and a 69% reduction in Scope 2 GHG intensity by 2032, using 2017 as the base year. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals. Additionally, as a founding member of the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), UltraTech has committed to achieving carbon-neutral concrete by 2050, further underscoring its dedication to sustainability. The company’s emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, ensuring a comprehensive approach to climate commitments across its operations. UltraTech Cement's proactive stance on reducing its carbon footprint positions it as a leader in the construction materials sector, contributing to the broader goal of mitigating climate change impacts.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,268,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,208,760,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,879,313,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Ultratech Cement's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 54% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 13% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 42% 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.
Ultratech Cement has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
