Holcim has set three science-based targets for freshwater withdrawal reduction.
Developed using the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) methodology and validated through the Accountability Accelerator, Holcim aims to advance its science-driven approach to nature.
Holcim chief people and sustainability officer Carmen Diaz said that is strongly believes that science-based targets for nature are the way forward in the sector and beyond.
“We’re building a nature-positive future with solutions to bring nature into cities while reducing freshwater withdrawals,” she said.
“This is central to our NextGen Growth strategy as sustainability drives profitable growth.”
In Belgium, Holcim will reduce its freshwater withdrawal in its direct operations in the Haine Basin, to 2,534,150 cubic metres (m3) by 2035, a 38% reduction compared to a 2020-2024 average.
In Greece, Holcim will reduce its freshwater withdrawal in its direct operations in the Cyclades Basin, to 53,082m3 by 2030, a 23% reduction compared to a 2020-2024 average.
In Spain, Holcim will reduce its freshwater withdrawal in its direct operations in the Onyar basin, to 174,128m3 by 2030, a 16% reduction compared to a 2020-2024 average.
SBTN chief executive officer Erin Billman said that is welcomes Holcim’s newly validated science-based targets to reduce freshwater withdrawals across the three priority European basins.
“This demonstrates credible action for nature and a clear investment in long-term business resilience. We encourage other companies in their sector and beyond to follow their lead and step up for nature.”
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