- Geopolitical tensions causing supply chain disruptions and increased operating costs.
- Weakening Malaysian Ringgit leading to higher import costs.
- Rising interest rates impacting investment decisions.
- Escalating inflation increasing operating costs.
- Labour shortages affecting operations.
- Climate change impacting weather patterns and operational resilience.
- Non-compliance with environmental regulations.
- Legal risks associated with evolving regulations and carbon credit mechanisms.
Hume Cement Industries Berhad
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, Hume Cement Industries Berhad disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 731 kg CO2e per tonne of cement (FY2022: 763 kg CO2e, FY2023: 741 kg CO2e). By scope: Scope 3: 1.0K tCO2e (Employee Commuting). 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
731 kg CO2e per tonne of cement (FY2022: 763 kg CO2e, FY2023: 741 kg CO2e)
2024
Renewable Energy
6% (of thermal energy demand for clinker production)
of total energy
Water Usage
137 Megalitres (FY2022: 130 Megalitres, FY2023: 100 Megalitres)
2024
Waste
Hazardous: 84 tonnes (FY2022: 62 tonnes, FY2023: 41 tonnes); Non-Recycled: 258 tonnes (FY2022: 164 tonnes, FY2023: 278 tonnes); Recycled: 292,395 tonnes (FY2022: 189,366 tonnes, FY2023: 142,119 tonnes)
2024
Energy Use
2.7K MWh (FY2022: 2585 MWh FY2023: 2559 MWh)
2024
📊 Emissions by Scope (2024)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.0K tCO2e (Employee Commuting) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 731 kg CO2e per tonne of cement (FY2022: 763 kg CO2e, FY2023: 741 kg CO2e) |
| 2017 | 0.81 tCO2e/cement mt (2016: 0.79 tCO2e/cement mt) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- HCMT reduced CO2e emissions by approximately 10% since 2019.
- HCCT achieved a 10% reduction in CO2 emissions in concrete production by incorporating supplementary cementitious materials.
- HCMT planted 199 trees in its Gopeng plant.
- Panda Green and Panda Yellow cement products received Singapore Green Label certification and MyHIJAU recognition.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase alternative fuel usage in clinker production to 11% by FY2026.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversityGovernanceHealth & SafetyCommunity EngagementSupply Chain ManagementAnti-Bribery & Corruption