Summit Materials Sustainability Profile
Summit Materials, a leading construction materials company headquartered in the United States, has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest and the South. Founded in 2009, the company has rapidly grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, positioning itself as a key player in the aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mixed concrete sectors. Specialising in high-quality construction materials, Summit Materials distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core products, including crushed stone, sand, and asphalt, are designed to meet the evolving needs of the construction industry while adhering to rigorous environmental standards. With a focus on operational excellence, Summit Materials has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in infrastructure development across the United States.
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Summit Materials's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Summit Materials, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,730,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 280,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of about 2,010,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2022, where emissions were approximately 1,870,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 260,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 2,130,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company reported similar figures, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,890,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 310,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to total emissions of approximately 2,200,000,000 kg CO2e. Summit Materials has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by approximately 25% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, they have long-term goals to achieve a cement emissions intensity of 0.25 metric tons CO2e per metric ton produced by 2050, which represents a 50% reduction from their 2020 levels. These targets are part of their commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Summit Materials, Inc., reflecting their corporate family relationship. Summit Materials does not currently disclose Scope 3 emissions, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,960 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 230 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Summit Materials's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Summit Materials has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
