Vulcan Materials
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Vulcan Materials's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Vulcan Materials's score of 27 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vulcan Materials's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vulcan Materials Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,208,798,000 kg CO2e, which includes 898,159,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 310,639,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 3,940,017,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Vulcan has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with a notable reduction from 1,586,000,000 kg CO2e in 2013 to the latest figure in 2023. This represents a significant decrease in their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint. Despite these reductions, Vulcan Materials has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within the construction materials industry, which is under increasing pressure to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Vulcan's emissions data reflects its commitment to sustainability, although further transparency regarding specific reduction strategies and targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Vulcan Materials is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
