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Segment information - Summary of Operating Segments Disclosures - Additions to long-lived assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total property, plant and equipment additions	$ 1,878	$ 1,533	$ 1,540
Americas Materials Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total property, plant and equipment additions	854	715	727
Americas Building Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total property, plant and equipment additions	360	259	206
Europe Materials Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total property, plant and equipment additions	553	460	510
Europe Building Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total property, plant and equipment additions	$ 111	$ 99	$ 97

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