- Sustainability risks identified in the 2022-2023 sustainability risk agenda
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
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.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 3.4M tCO2e (Scope 1) + 398182 tCO2e (Scope 2) |
| 2018 | Scope 1: 2.0 million tCO2e (including biomass); Scope 2 and 3 data available via CDP submission |
| 2016 | Scope 1: 1.8 million tCO2e (from biomass), Scope 2: 3.3 million tons CO2e (for cement), Scope 3: data in CDP submission |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Scope 1 emissions reduction of 31% per ton of cementitious material
- Scope 2 emissions reduction of 58% per ton of cementitious material
- Scope 3 emissions reduction of 25% per ton of clinker and cement purchased
- Scope 3 emissions reduction of 40% per ton of fuel purchased
- A 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of traded fuels
- A 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from transportation prior to distribution and commercialization per ton of materials transported
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Health and SafetyClimate ActionCircular EconomyAir EmissionsWater AdministrationConservation of Land and BiodiversitySocial ImpactBuilding a Better WorkforceCustomer ExperienceResponsible SourcingCorporate GovernanceEthicsLow Carbon and Sustainable ProductsGreen Financing and Sustainability-Linked FinancingESG Disclosure and Compliance