Segment information - Schedule of depreciation, depletion, amortization and impairment (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total depreciation, depletion and amortization	$ 1,798	$ 1,633	$ 1,552
Americas Materials Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total depreciation, depletion and amortization	846	781	777
Americas Building Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total depreciation, depletion and amortization	337	299	236
International Solutions
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet
Total depreciation, depletion and amortization	$ 615	$ 553	$ 539