Why cement and concrete are Scope 3 priorities
Cement and concrete are embedded in buildings, data centers, infrastructure, logistics networks, and real estate portfolios. For companies with major construction activity, these materials can be meaningful Scope 3 drivers.
At the same time, cement and concrete are hard to decarbonize, and procurement pathways can be complex.
Where cement and concrete EACs can fit
| Buyer situation | Potential EAC role |
|---|---|
| Data center construction | Support verified lower-carbon cement or concrete production tied to construction-related Scope 3 priorities. |
| Real estate portfolio | Create a mechanism for supporting lower-carbon materials beyond project-by-project procurement. |
| Corporate capital projects | Complement procurement specifications with certificate-based support. |
How cement and concrete EACs work
A producer generates eligible lower-carbon cement, concrete, or related material. The environmental attribute is documented and certificates are issued through a controlled system of record.
A buyer can then acquire and retire those certificates, creating a documented record of support for lower-carbon production in a relevant commodity market.
How S3 Markets supports the built environment
S3 Markets provides certificate infrastructure for issuance, transfer, retirement, and documentation in cement and concrete markets.
This helps buyers support industrial decarbonization while giving producers a mechanism to monetize eligible lower-carbon output.