Ultratech Cement
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ultratech 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
Ultratech Cement's score of 40 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ultratech Cement's reported carbon emissions
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. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 27% per tonne of cementitious material by FY2032, using FY2017 as the baseline. Additionally, UltraTech Cement targets a 69% reduction in Scope 2 emissions per tonne of cementitious material within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to well below 2°C. The company’s ongoing efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the construction materials sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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