Concrete Change

Cement and concrete are essential ingredients of modern society. We need a thriving cement industry for the future - one that is both economically robust and climate ambitious. To meet this moment, the industry must transform, and it must come from strong leadership within the sector.


Holcim, the largest cement producer in the U.S. and one of the largest in the world, is slated to spin off its North American facilities through a public listing on the New York Stock Exchange in Q1 2025. Holcim faces a ripe moment for concrete change in advance of the offering.

  • Commitment #1

    Identify at least one flagship plant to be net-zero by 2030

  • Commitment #2

    Operate no wet kilns by 2035

  • Commitment #3

    Pledge to reach Scope 1 target of 420 kg/ton CO2e, or less, by 2030

With these commitments, Holcim can boost confidence among investors that the company’s new spinoff will weather changing climates and markets over the long haul by establishing a clear, forward-looking plan to lead on climate today.


This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for one of the largest U.S. cement producers to get serious on decarbonization. If Holcim chooses to meet the moment, it will raise the bar for industry, setting Holcim above the rest of the entire sector.