- Significant socioeconomic challenges worldwide (COVID-19 pandemic and Russia-Ukraine war)
- Supply chain disruptions
- Soaring energy and fuel prices
- High inflation
- Challenging market dynamics in Uruguay and Bolivia
Votorantim Cimentos S.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Votorantim Cimentos S.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 22.3M tCO2e/year (net). By scope: Scope 1: 23.4M tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 634.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 4.2M tCO2e/year. 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
22.3M tCO2e/year (net)
2022
Renewable Energy
22.9%
of total energy
Waste
177.0K tons/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 23.4M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 634.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.2M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 net emissions by 24% compared to 1990
- Achieved 26.5% alternative fuels in cement production
- Achieved 22.9% renewable energy share
- Reached 73.9% clinker/cement factor
- Prevented the emission of 335,000 tonnes of CO2 through increased production of Portland Limestone Cement (PLC)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025 (inferred)
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030
- Reduce accident frequency rate to below 0.4 by 2030
- Achieve 90% favorability in health and well-being surveys by 2030
- Increase the percentage of women in leadership positions to 25% by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
- Produce carbon-neutral concrete by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeAir emissionsResponsible use of materials, waste and circular economyDiversity and inclusionSafety, health and well-beingEthics, integrity and transparencyInnovation and technology