Cemex celebrates 25 years of biodiversity conservation and restoration at El Carmen Nature Reserve

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Cemex marks the 25th anniversary of its El Carmen Nature Reserve, a 130,000-hectare wilderness spanning between Mexico and the United States. The reserve, comparable in size to Los Angeles, stands as one of North America's most biodiverse areas.

The reserve hosts an impressive biodiversity including:

• 1,500 plant species
• 289 bird species
• 81 reptile and amphibian species
• 80 mammal species

A notable achievement is the successful rewilding project that reintroduced 117 American bison, marking their first breeding cycle in 2023 after a century's absence. The reserve has also reestablished desert bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, and desert mule deer populations, while housing one of Mexico's largest black bear communities.

El Carmen has received the Wildlife Habitat Council's Gold Conservation Certification, the highest recognition from the Council. The initiative enhances ecosystem CO2 removal capacity through increased biomass stocks, supporting Cemex's commitment to a nature-positive, carbon-neutral future.

MONTERREY, Mexico--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cemex celebrates the 25th anniversary of its El Carmen Nature Reserve on World Wildlife Day, reaffirming its commitment to scientific research, habitat and species conservation and restoration.

Cemex recently launched a rewilding project at El Carmen that successfully reintroduced the American bison, with 117 now residing in the reserve. Photo credit: Melissa Groo

Spanning 130,000 hectares—an area similar in size to Los Angeles—this nature reserve between Mexico and the United States is one of North America's most biodiverse areas and one of the world's greatest wilderness regions.

"Through our conservation efforts, we are restoring habitats and protecting wildlife and flora in a region vital for biodiversity," said Fernando A. González, CEO of Cemex. "25 years of collaboration with environmental organizations at El Carmen strengthens Cemex’s nature-positive strategy and commitment to a more sustainable future.”

El Carmen encompasses five distinct ecosystems and is home to over 1,500 plant species, 289 bird species, 81 reptile and amphibian species, and 80 mammal species. The reserve has received multiple recognitions, including the Wildlife Habitat Council’s prestigious Gold Conservation Certification, the highest certification awarded by the Council.

Cemex recently launched a rewilding project at El Carmen that successfully reintroduced the American bison, with 117 now residing in the reserve. After a century of absence, the species completed its first breeding cycle, with the first native bison calves born in 2023. Over the last 25 years, El Carmen has also successfully reintroduced other species, including desert bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, and desert mule deer, and is home to one of Mexico's largest black bear populations. This rewilding initiative has boosted biodiversity and enhanced the ecosystem's CO₂ removal capacity by increasing biomass stocks.

To mark its anniversary, Cemex unveiled a new logo for El Carmen and a revamped dedicated website that captures the nature reserve's vibrant wildlife and biodiversity.

Driven by conservation, restoration, and enhancement efforts, Cemex is committed to making a positive impact and contributing to a nature-positive, carbon-neutral future. The company is focused on conserving biodiversity and ecosystems within and beyond its operations, aiming to mitigate climate change and promote healthy natural habitats.

Uncover the unique biodiversity of Cemex's El Carmen Reserve. Learn more at: https://www.elcarmenreserve.com/

About Cemex

Cemex is a global construction materials company that is building a better future through products and solutions with sustainable attributes. Cemex is committed to achieving carbon neutrality through relentless innovation and industry-leading research and development. Cemex is at the forefront of the circular economy in the construction value chain and is pioneering ways to increase the use of waste and residues as alternative raw materials and fuels in its operations with the help of new technologies. Cemex offers cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and urbanization solutions in growing markets around the world, powered by a multinational workforce focused on providing a superior customer experience enabled by digital technologies. For more information, please visit: www.cemex.com

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FAQ

What significant milestone did El Carmen Nature Reserve achieve in 2023?

In 2023, El Carmen Nature Reserve celebrated the first successful breeding cycle of reintroduced American bison, with the first native bison calves born after a century of absence.

How large is Cemex's El Carmen Nature Reserve and what is its significance?

El Carmen spans 130,000 hectares (comparable to Los Angeles) and is one of North America's most biodiverse areas, featuring five distinct ecosystems.

What species have been successfully reintroduced at El Carmen Nature Reserve?

The reserve has successfully reintroduced American bison (117 individuals), desert bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, and desert mule deer.

How many species does El Carmen Nature Reserve protect?

El Carmen protects 1,500 plant species, 289 bird species, 81 reptile and amphibian species, and 80 mammal species.

What environmental certification has El Carmen Nature Reserve received?

El Carmen has received the Wildlife Habitat Council's Gold Conservation Certification, the highest certification awarded by the Council.