Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg Materials, formerly known as HeidelbergCement, is a leading global player in the construction materials industry, headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany. Founded in 1874, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in the production of cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Heidelberg Materials offers unique products that meet the evolving needs of the construction sector. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly materials and digital solutions for construction efficiency. As one of the largest building materials companies worldwide, Heidelberg Materials is recognised for its robust market position and dedication to quality, making it a trusted partner in infrastructure development.
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Industry Benchmark
Heidelberg Materials's score of 62 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Heidelberg Materials's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Heidelberg Materials reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 61,100,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 4,200,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). This follows a similar trend in 2023, where Scope 1 emissions were around 61,200,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Heidelberg Materials has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 at the latest. This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions. In the near term, the company targets a 26.7% reduction in gross Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions per tonne of cementitious material by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline. Specifically, they aim to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 24% and Scope 2 emissions by 65% within the same timeframe. Additionally, Heidelberg Materials plans to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% by 2030. The company has also reported specific gross CO2 emissions per tonne of cementitious material, with values of approximately 566 kg CO2e in 2024 and 569 kg CO2e in 2023. These figures reflect their ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint across operations. Overall, Heidelberg Materials is committed to significant reductions in carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.
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| 1990 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 82,600,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
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