44 wildlife crossings
in concessions throughout the country
Nature and resource efficiency
As Grupo Empresarial Argos, some of our business practices are aligned with at least 8 of the 23 targets established in the Kunming-Montreal Framework. Below, we highlight some of them:
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Reduce threats to biodiversity Target 2: Ensure that by 2030 at least 30 percent of areas of degraded terrestrial, inland water, coastal and marine ecosystems are under effective restoration. |
Meet people’s needs through sustainable use and participation in the benefits Target 12: Significantly increase the area, quality and connectivity of green and blue spaces in urban areas. |
Tools and solutions for implementation and integration Target 15: Ensure that businesses and financial institutions monitor, assess, and transparently and regularly disclose their risks and impacts on biodiversity. |
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20
departments with environmental protection programs
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+1 million
trees planted from 72 native species during the last year
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+1 million
mangrove plants planted in the past 5 years
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17 wildlife species
identified and reported for protection
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+25 million trees planted
cumulatively since 2016
How do we protect nature at Grupo Empresarial Argos?
Learn more here
Cementos Argos
In our building materials business, Cementos Argos implements conservation, restoration, and environmental compensation actions, reforestation programs, and measures for the efficient use of water.
Commitments by 2030
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Moving Toward Net Positive Impact 100% Prioritized quarries* assessed with the biodiversity index. *According to business relevance |
Biodiversity Management in the Territory 100% Active and inactive quarries located in areas of high biodiversity value with management plans. |
Comprehensive Water Management Specific freshwater withdrawal by 2030. For cement: 396 L/t const. mat. |
Celsia
In our energy business, Celsia, biodiversity and ecosystem services management is a key aspect throughout its value chain. Since 2016, Celsia has been implementing ecological restoration activities through the ReverdeC Program.
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1,408 ha Protected and restored habitats. |
602 species Listed on the IUCN Red List. |
We commit, together with the ReverdeC Foundation, to plant 50 million trees. |
Odinsa
Our concessions business, Odinsa, manages infrastructure projects that promote low-carbon development and resilience to climate change. This is achieved through the design and operation of sustainable infrastructure, risk management, and the implementation of nature-based solutions.
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377 wildlife individuals Were rescued and relocated in 2025 to ecosystems suitable for their survival. |
44 wildlife crossings Built and maintained on road concessions. |
For the seventh consecutive year, El Dorado Airport received the PLATINUM MEMBER ZERO WASTE GLOBAL recognition for its high performance in comprehensive solid waste management.
Grupo Argos Foundation
Grupo Argos Foundation works with determination to harmonize the relationship between human beings and nature, contributing to water security and the development of territories through education, culture, and volunteer actions.
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We have supported local farmers with the sale of 34,037 kilograms of Café Oso Andino, improving their household income by 143%. |
4,272 ha impacted through the watershed program in Río Claro, Cartama, and Saldaña. |
In Barú, we carried out a baseline survey of marine and coastal biodiversity to assess the condition of reefs and guide restoration actions. |
Committed to Biodiversity Magazine
Discover the wildlife and plant conservation initiatives we promote at Grupo Empresarial Argos, published within the framework of COP16 held in Cali, Colombia, in October 2024.
Read it here