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 32 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, UltraTech Cement reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 62,530,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 1,695,030,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 4,204,900,000 kg CO2e. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability within the construction materials sector. UltraTech Cement has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims for a 27% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions per tonne of cementitious material by FY2032, using FY2017 as the baseline. Additionally, it has committed to a 69% reduction in Scope 2 GHG emissions per tonne of cementitious material within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to managing its emissions, with a focus on both direct and indirect emissions. UltraTech Cement's initiatives reflect a broader industry trend towards enhanced transparency and accountability in carbon management, positioning the company as a leader in sustainable practices within the cement industry.
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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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