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Sustainable Development

Environmental Excellence for Responsible Growth

For CEMEX, reaching environmental excellence is a main objective. We dedicate significant efforts to address key sustainability-related issues, from biodiversity and conservation to renewable energy, climate change and emissions monitoring.
Environmental Excellence for Responsible Growth

In addition to the Board-level Sustainability Committee, CEMEX relies on an Environmental Council that identifies, informs and tackles issues including:

  • CEMEX Environmental Management System (EMS)
  • KPIs and standard protocols follow up
  • Emissions monitoring and reporting
  • Biodiversity and conservation efforts
  • Waste and water management
  • Regulation updates, trends and new technologies
  • Promotion of best practices throughout our operation

To access CEMEX's Environmental Policy please click here

Our Carbon Footprint
Our Carbon Footprint

+7.2 million tCO2 avoided vs. 1990 level equivalent to offsetting the emissions of 1.3 million vehicles.
Sustainable Products, Solutions and Services
From Waste to Fuel
From Waste to Fuel

25% of our cement operations power consumption comes from renewable energy sources.
Sustainable Products, Solutions and Services
Minimizing Air Emissions and Enhancing Our Environmental Management
Minimizing Air Emissions and Enhancing Our Environmental Management

84 % of our clinker produced with continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) for major emissions. Our 2020 target is to ensure 100%.
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Conserving Land, Biodiversity and Water
Conserving Land, Biodiversity and Water

94 % of our active quarries have a rehabilitation plan in place.
Sustainable Products, Solutions and Services