Sustainability

We’re building a sustainable future by focusing on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. With ambitious targets, we advance to become a net-zero company by 2050, creating lasting value.

Sustainable Business

Our robust sustainability strategy based on an ESG framework addresses the urgent need for sustainable solutions in our industry, guides our path to net-zero CO₂ by 2050, drives sustainable products, and prioritizes circularity. Our focus on health and safety, diversity, and governance,  shapes decisions, manages risks and provides opportunities to build a future where society can thrive.
47%
CO2 reduction 2030 target
50%
Vertua sales 2025 target
Zero
Employee fatalities 2030 target
>43%
eNPS 2030 target
Our road to carbon neutrality is guided by Future in Action, a program focused on achieving environmental excellence through climate action, circularity, and natural resource management with the primary objective of becoming a net-zero CO₂ company.

Environmental Excellence

Through lower-carbon technologies, innovative materials, and responsible practices, we are building a resilient and sustainable future.
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Stakeholder Engagement

Our social purpose centers on active stakeholder engagement. We create lasting value through mutual trust, open dialogue, and shared goals with employees, customers, communities, and partners worldwide.

Governance

Our governance model ensures inclusivity, accountability, and equal opportunity at every level. Guided by our Board of Directors, which oversees compliance and monitors key risks, we uphold high ethical standards and progressive practices. 

Sustainable Commitment

Our sustainability targets reflect our commitment to addressing climate change, building a better future, and making a positive impact on global priorities. Since 2015, we’ve prioritized the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 9, 11, 12, and 13, leveraging our products, services, and solutions to create shared value.

SDG 9

Our digital, operational, and commercial innovations transform our industry and drive greater value for stakeholders.

SDG 11

Our products, solutions, and housing programs make essential contributions to building sustainable cities.

SDG 12

Our Vertua products and waste processing capabilities promote responsible, profitable consumption.

SDG 13

We aim to be a net-zero CO₂ leader in climate action through our transformative Future in Action program.

Rated by the world's leading organizations

As a recognized global leader in building materials, we understand the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance in creating a positive impact.

ESG Policies

We constantly integrate new sustainability, social impact, and strong governance practices into every policy within our ESG framework.

Biodiversity

Committed to being a responsible steward of the land we manage.
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Environmental

Managing our environmental footprint is an integral part of our business philosophy.
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Green Building

Balancing triple bottom line impacts while enhancing our reputation for responsibility.
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Water

Recognize the importance of responsible water management and conservation.
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Latest News

Stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news and key updates from our company. Access real-time information on new developments, announcements, and strategic initiatives shaping our business.
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Sustainability
8/19/25
Cemex Balcones Cement Plant Advances Biodiversity and Inclusive Community Programs in Texas
Cemex announced significant progress on sustainability initiatives at its Balcones Cement Plant and Quarry in New Braunfels, Texas. At the heart of these efforts is the Cemex Nature Center, a 33‑acre open space dedicated to biodiversity, environmental education, and community engagement.
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Sustainability
1/20/25
Cemex Knoxville Cement Plant Chosen for Department of Energy-Funded Carbon Capture, Removal, and Conversion Test Center
Cemex announced today that the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) has selected a project for funding to develop a pioneering carbon capture, removal, and conversion test center at its cement plant in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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Sustainability
10/24/24
Cemex named a Texan by Nature 20 honoree for sixth consecutive year
The TxN 20 award celebrates the best conservation and sustainability work from Texas-based businesses.
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Sustainability
5/30/24
Cemex US signs renewable natural gas fuel agreement with Clean Energy to power fleet in Southern California
Alongside the new fueling deal, Clean Energy will commission a private fueling station exclusively for Cemex’s growing RNG fleet. Located in Rialto, CA, the new station will include time-fill dispensers and a dedicated fast-fill dispenser for easy and cost-effective refueling.

Regenera

Through our global waste management business, Regenera, we leverage our global expertise and infrastructure to use waste and industrial byproducts as sustainable substitutes for fossil fuels and raw materials. In 2023, we repurposed nearly 28 million tons of waste, about the same amount of waste collected across England in a year.