Summit Materials
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 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,010,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,730,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 280,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 2,130,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,870,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 260,000,000 kg CO2e. Summit Materials has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to address approximately 25% of their 2020 baseline impacts by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they have established long-term goals to reduce cement emissions intensity to 0.65 metric tons CO2e per metric ton produced by 2030 and further to 0.25 metric tons CO2e per metric ton produced by 2050, with offsets to achieve net-zero emissions. The company is committed to aligning with broader climate initiatives, including the United States' pledge under the Paris Agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50-52% by 2030. Summit Materials continues to focus on enhancing sustainability practices within the construction materials industry, reflecting a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,960,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 230,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,285,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Summit 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.
