- Odour complaints at Munster operations.
- Industry-wide driver shortages.
- Cyber security risks.
Adbri Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Adbri Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.9M tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 1.8M tCO2e; Scope 2: 132.8K tCO2e; Scope 3: 1.9M tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
1.9M tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
27% (zero-emission electricity supply)
of total energy
Water Usage
1.2K Ml
2023
Waste
130.6K tons
2023
Energy Use
12.8M GJ
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 1.8M tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 132.8K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.9M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.9M tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2022 | 2.1M tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2021 | 2.3M tCO2e/year |
| 2020 | 2.3M tCO2e/year |
| 2019 | 2.4M tCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 emissions by 6% and Scope 2 emissions by 28% compared to the prior year.
- Successfully trialled and obtained approval to increase the use of refuse-derived fuel (RDF) at Birkenhead cement facility.
- Launched Futurecrete® and EvoCem™, lower carbon products.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 7% absolute reduction in operational emissions by FY24
- 50% kiln fuel from alternative fuel in South Australia by FY24
- 24% supplementary cementitious materials by FY24
📅 Medium-term
- 20% reduction in cement Scope 1 emissions intensity by FY30
- 10% reduction in lime Scope 1 emissions intensity by FY30
- 100% zero emissions electricity supply by FY30
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Engaged people and communitiesSustainable and responsible business