Sustainability

Enabling sustainable business practices

As a technology leader in the mining and cement industries, we are committed to empowering the future of mining by enabling more sustainable business practices throughout the industry value chains.

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Our approach

Our approach is based on materiality

Sustainability is a core component of our company's strategy. We focus on the two main areas where we currently have the greatest impact: the sustainability performance of our customers and our own operations.

Zero emissions from cement and mining by 2030. 

That is the aim of our sustainability programme, MissionZero.

The impact of mining and cement on global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions provides significant business opportunities.

Through our research and development-based sustainability programme, MissionZero, we help customers accelerate towards more sustainable operations, reduce their environmental footprint and benefit from the green transition and global infrastructure development. MissionZero also encompasses digital solutions, a key enabler in improving operational efficiency, and the adoption of product stewardship principles.

With MissionZero, we have committed to developing solutions that will enable customers in mining and cement to move towards zero emissions by 2030.

Mikko Keto, Group CEO
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Mining and cement impact us all

The road to a greener future is paved with cement and minerals. Growing populations need cement for housing and infrastructure, and the move to sustainable energy and electric vehicles requires mining of excessive minerals. Increased purchasing power also leads to more consumption of electricity and electronic goods.

Combined, minerals and cement production accounts for approximately 10% of all CO2 emissions. To align with the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement and contribute to a more sustainable future for coming generations, it is essential that we rise to the challenge and advance more sustainable production practices in mining and cement.

By 2030:

  • 900m

    more people living in urban areas.

  • 38%

    growth of the middle class

  • 63%

    global economic growth

Taking responsibility for our business activities

Environmental impact

We measure our scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in accordance with the Science Based Targets initiative, as well as monitoring our energy consumption, water usage and waste management, as we aim to reduce our environmental impact and promote sustainable practices in the organisation. 

We aim to achieve zero emissions by 2030 as we continually reduce the environmental impact of our own operations.

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