Vulcan Materials Company, a leading player in the construction materials industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1909, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Southeast, Southwest, and West Coast. Vulcan is renowned for its production of aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mixed concrete, which are essential for infrastructure development and construction projects.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Vulcan Materials stands out for its high-quality products and efficient supply chain management. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the largest producer of construction aggregates in the United States. Vulcan's market position is further solidified by its dedication to safety and environmental stewardship, making it a trusted partner in the construction industry.
-3 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vulcan Materials's reported carbon emissions
Vulcan Materials, headquartered in the US, has reported its carbon emissions for various years, primarily focusing on Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions. For 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 921,276,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 315,672,000 kg CO2e. This resulted in a combined Scope 1 and 2 total of approximately 1,189,272,000 kg CO2e for the year. In 2023, Vulcan Materials reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 922,983,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 310,639,000 kg CO2e, bringing the combined total to approximately 1,233,622,000 kg CO2e. The company's Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2022 were approximately 929,419,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 310,639,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), totalling approximately 1,228,013,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 826,863,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 318,221,000 kg CO2e, for a combined total of approximately 1,145,084,000 kg CO2e. Vulcan Materials has seen a reduction in its emissions. Notably, in 2020, the company decreased its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 3.3% compared to 2019. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 625,905,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 339,341,000 kg CO2e. For 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 626,221,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 371,778,000 kg CO2e, making the combined total approximately 997,999,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, Vulcan Materials reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 58,892,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 362,248,000 kg CO2e, totalling approximately 951,169,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2017, saw Scope 1 emissions of approximately 592,159,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 330,000,000 kg CO2e, for a total of approximately 922,159,000 kg CO2e. The company's emissions data does not currently include Scope 3 emissions. Vulcan Materials has stated that it decreased Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 3.3% from 2019 to 2020.
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Vulcan Materials’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2020
3.3% reduction in Scope 1
In 2020, Vulcan decreased Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 3.3% from 2019.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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