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.
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In 2023, Vulcan Materials Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,000,017,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 898,159,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 310,639,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 3,940,017,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a total of about 1,208,798,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. In 2020, Vulcan achieved a reduction of about 3.3% in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to 2019, demonstrating a commitment to lowering its carbon footprint. The company has set a near-term target to continue reducing emissions, although specific long-term targets have not been disclosed. Vulcan's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company actively participates in initiatives such as the CDP, reflecting its engagement with industry standards for climate accountability. Overall, Vulcan Materials is focused on reducing its greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining transparency in its reporting practices.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 592,159,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 330,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Vulcan Materials is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.