Votorantim Cimentos, a leading player in the cement, lime, and plaster industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across South America, North America, and Europe. Founded in 1936, the company has established itself as a key provider of construction materials, focusing on cement production and innovative solutions for the building sector.
With a diverse portfolio that includes cement, lime, and plaster products, Votorantim Cimentos is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production methods and a strong market presence, making it one of the largest cement producers in Brazil. Its dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction sets Votorantim Cimentos apart in a competitive landscape, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in construction projects worldwide.
+34 vs industry average
Votorantim Cimentos’s score of 60 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Cement Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Cement Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Votorantim Cimentos's reported carbon emissions
For the 2025 reporting year, Votorantim Cimentos, a company in the cement, lime and plaster industry based in Brazil, reported a total of approximately 27.72 billion kg CO2e in emissions. This includes Scope 1 emissions totalling about 23.15 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 454.61 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 4.02 billion kg CO2e. In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 26.26 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 21.94 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 445.13 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 3.88 billion kg CO2e. Votorantim Cimentos has established several climate commitments. They have a near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment to reduce gross Scope 1 GHG emissions by 22.1% per tonne of cementitious products by 2030, using 2018 as a base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce gross Scope 2 GHG emissions by 52.4% per tonne of cementitious products within the same timeframe. For the long term, Votorantim Cimentos has a goal of achieving carbon neutral concrete by 2050. The emissions data for Votorantim Cimentos is cascaded from its corporate parent, Votorantim Cimentos S.A.
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Votorantim Cimentos’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
carbon neutral concrete by 2050
carbon neutral concrete by 2050
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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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