Holcim (New Zealand) - Ultracem™ Cement

Holcim (New Zealand) builds progress for people and the planet. As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. 

Holcim Ultracem cement product overview  

Ultracem™ cement is a general-purpose Portland cement (Type GP), developed to exceed New Zealand’s NZS 3122:2009 specification for Portland and blended cements. Ultracem’s binding strength and outstanding consistency make it an ideal choice for a wide range of concrete applications.   

Key features of Ultracem cement: 

1. Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Ultracem comes with a product-specific EPD registered with EPD Australasia1. This declaration provides transparent information about the environmental impact of the concrete, enabling informed decision-making during project planning and design stages. 
2. Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets: Holcim has committed to science-based emissions reduction targets for 2030 and 2050, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)2. These targets ensure that Holcim’s operations align with international efforts to mitigate climate change, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Additional information:  

1 Link to Holcim EPDs registered with EPD Australia – https://epd-australasia.com/  

2 Link to SBTi’s target dashboard for information regarding Holcim’s Targets – https://sciencebasedtargets.org/companies-taking-action