Environmental Leadership
As a leading building materials producer in the Western United States and Canada, we recognize our responsibility to reduce environmental impact while continuing to deliver high-quality, high-performance construction materials essential to modern infrastructure.
Sustainable development means meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. At CalPortland, this principle guides our long-term environmental strategy, operational decisions, and continued investment in energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and sustainable materials innovation.
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A Roadmap Toward Carbon Neutrality
CalPortland is aligned with the cement industry’s broader commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, as outlined in the Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality developed by the American Cement Association. This roadmap provides a science-based framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the cement and concrete value chain through a combination of:
- Energy efficiency and operational optimization
- Increased use of alternative and renewable fuels
- Lower-carbon cement and concrete solutions
- Carbon capture, utilization, and storage technologies
- Circular economy principles and material reuse
CalPortland actively supports and advances these pillars through continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration across our operations.
Proven Leadership in Energy Efficiency and Emissions Reduction
For more than a decade, CalPortland has been recognized as an industry leader in energy conservation and environmental performance. Our long-standing commitment includes early adoption of renewable energy solutions, most notably the construction of a 24-megawatt on-site wind energy facility at our Mojave cement plant. This wind farm, comprised of eight 3 MW turbines, supplies a significant portion of the plant’s electrical demand and reduces reliance on traditional power sources.
CalPortland’s environmental initiatives have earned national recognition for:
- Energy efficiency
- Emissions reduction
- Recycling and resource conservation
- Plant safety and operational excellence
These practices help reduce environmental impact while supporting communities with the safe, long-lasting infrastructure they depend on.
Leadership
CalPortland has been an EPA ENERGY STAR® Partner since 1996, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to energy efficiency across our operations. In 2024, CalPortland earned its 20th consecutive EPA ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award, a distinction unmatched by any other industrial company. This achievement reflects decades of sustained performance, investment, and accountability in energy management.
Natural Resources
Environmental leadership extends beyond emissions reduction. CalPortland is a proud member of the Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) and is committed to protecting biodiversity through habitat preservation, restoration, and responsible land stewardship.
Two Southern California CalPortland facilities have achieved WHC Conservation Certification, our El Segundo Ready Mix Plant and Crestmore Center for Technical Excellence facility:
- The El Segundo Ready Mix Plant program earned Certified Gold, the highest level of recognition, distinguishing it among more than 600 WHC Conservation Certification programs worldwide.
- The Crestmore Center for Technical Excellence achieved WHC Conservation Silver Certification for its California native plant garden, further demonstrating CalPortland’s leadership in advancing environmental stewardship across its operations.
At both sites, pollinator-friendly landscapes planted with California native species provide essential habitat while enhancing biodiversity in highly developed areas. Employee involvement and community education further strengthen environmental awareness and long-term stewardship.
Building a More Sustainable Future
From renewable energy and alternative fuels to low-carbon cement technologies and carbon capture research, CalPortland continues to invest in solutions that strengthen both the built environment and the natural world. Guided by industry-leading science, we are working to reduce environmental impact while delivering the quality, reliability, and performance our customers expect.
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