Ambition
SCCC Group is committed to continuously reducing direct CO2 emissions (Scope 1). By 2030, we target to reduce emissions to below 470 kg per ton of cement, representing approximately a 25% reduction from our 2020 baseline. (refer 56-1 One Report P.102)
| Performance | Target | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 (Base) | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2030 | |
| CO2 Emission (Scope 1) | 624 | 606.95 | 603 | 562 | < 470 CEM |
| % Clinker Factor | 75.1% | 74.29% | 72.1% | 69.2% | < 65% |
| % Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR) | 11.3% | 16.4% | 21.1% | 28.5% | > 40% |
Strategy
To achieve this ambition there are necessary key focus areas for SCCC Group as follows,
Performance and Outlook
The Group is committed to advancing toward a low-carbon future through three key initiatives:
2. Thermal Energy Initiatives:
Increased use of alternative fuels to replace coal. Alternative Fuel (AF) streams are typically comprised of waste materials from other Industries which are carefully managed through a variety of pre-processing quality control steps so they can be safely disposed of in the kiln system to recover their calorific value and replace coal. Biomass utilization which is considered as climate neutral is also increasing.
3. Electrical Energy Initiatives:
Electrical energy plays an important role in CO2 Scope 2 emission and SCCC Thailand has developed a solar project and ground mounted solar PV project to enable the further use of renewable energy in their operations.
These initiatives are complemented by strict compliance with emissions and pollution control regulations, ensuring responsible operations and contributing to long-term environmental sustainability.
Because clean air is the foundation of a sustainable quality of life
The Group recognizes the importance of controlling and reducing air emissions that may impact the health of employees, nearby communities, and the environment. Accordingly, the Group has developed a Proactive Air Quality Management Plan covering both plant areas and surrounding communities to enhance air quality management beyond regulatory requirements.
Management of Air Quality
- Control and reduction of air emissions from plants that use waste as alternative fuel or raw materials, ensuring that emission levels remain within stringent standards.
- Installation of high-efficiency dust control systems, such as Bag House filters and Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP), to capture particulate matter before release into the atmosphere.
- Installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) to continuously monitor air emissions and ensure the optimal performance of dust control systems.
- Application of the “Mitigation Hierarchy” principle in air quality management strategies to minimize pollution risks and promote the adoption of cleaner technologies.
- Collaboration with key stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and private organizations, to jointly address environmental issues and promote sustainable development.
These initiatives represent the Group’s process-based targets to continuously reduce and prevent air pollution by enhancing technology, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement toward sustainable outcomes.
The Group emphasizes collaboration with government agencies and business partners to achieve sustainable environmental management. This includes cooperation with the Ministry of Industry to comply with environmental standards under the Notification on Standards for Air Emissions from Cement Plants Using Waste as Fuel or Raw Materials, B.E. 2549 (2006), and collaboration with affiliated companies in waste management by using waste as alternative fuel and raw materials in cement production. These efforts help reduce fossil fuel and natural resource consumption, lower air emissions, and support the transition toward a Circular Economy.
To support the Group’s commitment to sustainable environmental management, the Group has adopted the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, an internationally recognized standard for managing and controlling environmental performance across all operations. The certification is granted by accredited independent certification bodies such as SOCOTEC Certification UK Ltd, Intertek Certification Limited, and Management System Certification Institute (Thailand). Currently, approximately 83% of the Group’s subsidiaries and operational units have been certified under ISO 14001, while the remaining sites are in the process of obtaining certification. This reflects the Group’s goal of establishing a unified environmental management system across all operations.
In addition, the Group has continuously allocated budgets for pollution control and air emission management, covering the installation and maintenance of pollution control systems (Bag House, ESP, and CEMS), as well as expenses for air quality monitoring, regulatory reporting, and energy used in pollution control operations. In addition, the Group continues to invest in innovation and research & development (R&D) to enhance pollution control efficiency and optimize resource use. Examples include developing technologies to utilize waste as alternative fuel and raw materials, supporting sustainable production and environmentally friendly operations in line with the Sustainable Development Goals.
Continuous monitoring of air emissions through CEMS shows that all pollutant concentrations remain within the regulatory limits, including: Total Suspended Particulates (TSP) ≤ 50 mg/m³, Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) ≤ 30 ppm, Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) ≤ 500 ppm, Heavy metals: Mercury (Hg) ≤ 0.1 mg/m³; Cadmium and Lead (Cd + Pb) combined ≤ 0.2 mg/m³; and other heavy metals combined ≤ 1 mg/m³ etc.
These results demonstrate the Group’s progress in achieving its process-based targets and commitment to maintaining emissions within the required standards. Further details on the environmental performance are available in the
