Dangote Cement Targets 20% Emissions Cut by 2024

Dangote Cement Plc has announced a target to cut its carbon emissions intensity by 20% as part of its sustainability drive, aligning with its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. This commitment was reaffirmed during the company's 17th Annual General Meeting held in Lagos, where Chairman Emmanuel Ikazoboh discussed the company's decarbonization agenda.

The plan includes transitioning to cleaner transport by 2027, with trucks operating on compressed natural gas and electric vehicles scheduled for introduction in 2026. Additionally, Dangote Cement aims to expand its production capacity to 80 million tons per annum by 2030, including new operations in Botswana and Zimbabwe.

The company reported a 6.5% reduction in carbon emissions intensity from its 2021 baseline and improvements in energy efficiency. It has also enhanced its ESG risk management framework, integrating artificial intelligence and biodiversity policies, while supporting local vendors through its supply chain program.