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In fact, we have made significant capital investments at our WATER MANAGEMENT GRANTS AID COMPANY
two cement plants over the past several years to modernize
the operations and improve their energy efficiency. We use water for production, maintenance activities, IN REDUCING EMISSIONS
environmental controls and reclamation. We recognize that
In contrast to our aggregates and targeted downstream water availability is critical to the future of our communities
businesses, the majority of emissions that occur during and our operations. We also recognize that our diversion MOBILE EQUIPMENT INVESTMENTS LEAD TO BENEFICIAL PARTNERSHIPS
cement production occur during the production of clinker, and discharge of water into the environment impacts
a major constituent of cement. Clinker is produced within our communities and the ecosystem. We are committed
kilns, where limestone and other materials are “cooked” to responsible and efficient water management and
at high temperatures. During the “cooking” process, continuously seek opportunities to use renewable and
which requires the combustion of fuel, the limestone is recycled sources. As with our Greenhouse Gas Emissions Martin Marietta makes prudent investments in new Reed has further noted the TERP grants provide benefits
decarbonized. Fuel combustion and decarbonization of strategy, we invest in new processes and technologies mobile equipment units because these machines that extend far beyond Martin Marietta.
limestone are the primary sources of Scope 1 emissions. following appropriate testing. offer a variety of benefits, including reduced emissions.
These investments have helped Martin Marietta improve “TERP perfectly illustrates how state agencies and industry
In this report, we have provided baseline data related to its Scope 1 emissions financial performance ratio can work together to clean up our environment,” he said.
the Scope 1 emissions of our aggregates and targeted consistently over the past three years. “The program provides tremendous value for us, but more
downstream businesses. That said, we are committed to WASTE MANAGEMENT importantly, it provides tremendous value for the people
providing baseline data related to Scope 1 emissions of We are committed to improving resource efficiency through When planning these mobile fleet purchases, management of Texas.”
our total business in the 2019 Sustainability Report. reuse, recovery and/or recycling of waste materials in our often partners with state agencies and others who are
businesses. We dispose of waste using safe and responsible also committed to preserving our environment and “TERP perfectly illustrates how state
improving air quality. For example, in the Southwest
methods. agencies and industry can work together
BIODIVERSITY Aggregates Division, Vice President of Operations Services to clean up our environment.”
Specifically, our cement business provides an opportunity Jason Reed has noted the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan
We own or lease significant land holdings on which we to partner with our communities to convert waste to (TERP) program has done much to help Martin Marietta
operate our businesses and recognize these facilities may fuel. We are currently investing in a system that will allow do its part to improve the state’s air quality. The following charts demonstrate the Scope 1
impact local ecosystems and biodiversity. We are committed us to increase our alternative fuel substitution rate. We emissions, in tons, and the financial performance ratio of
to minimizing operational impacts on biodiversity. Further, will report on the results of this investment in our 2019 Operated by the Texas Commission on Environmental our aggregates and targeted downstream businesses. These
our environmental management practices consider Sustainability Report. Quality, TERP is designed to assist companies in limiting emissions are principally the result of diesel fuel consumed
the relevant ecosystem throughout the lifecycle of an their emissions near metropolitan areas like Dallas, by off-road and on-road vehicles.
operation, including reclamation. Houston, San Antonio and Austin. Among the program’s
key offerings are grants that companies can use to replace
older equipment with newer, more energy-efficient models.

Storing and regulating water are Scope 1 Emissions (in tons) 1
important components of the 600 Aggregates and Targeted Downstream Businesses
water management practices in 600
500
our communities. Built structures, 500 468 479 502
such as dams, play a critical role, 400 468 479 502
300
providing a reliable supply of 400
water for irrigation, industrial use Tons of Scope 1 Emissions (x 1,000) 300
200
and hydroelectricity in many of 200
100
these communities. Our products 100 0
are critical for the construction of 0 2016 2017 2018
these dams. 2016 2017 2018

Scope 1 Emissions Financial Performance Ratio
1
200
200
Scope 1 Emissions (in tons) / $M in product and services revenue 150 157.6 154.4 151.1
150
154.4
157.6
151.1
100
100
50
50
0
0 2016 2017 2018
2016 2017 2018
Tons of Emission/$M in revenue
1 Scope 1 Emissions = Direct emissions, less transportation and international operations.
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