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PCA announces 2023 Energy and Environment Award winners

21 August 2023, Published under Cement News

The Portland Cement Association (PCA), which represents the majority of America’s cement manufacturers, has announced the winners of its 2023 Energy and Environment Awards.  PCA Energy and Environment Awards are given to companies that have implemented outstanding environmental practices and have forged exemplary relationships with communities where their cement plants are located, says the PCA.  Submissions from plants across the US were evaluated and recognised for environmental effort...

Alamo Cement completes Texas solar power system

03 March 2023, Published under Cement News

Alamo Cement has announced completion of its new solar power system in San Antonio, Texas, advancing the company’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions and align itself with the cement industry’s goal of reaching carbon neutrality. The company has made a significant investment in this renewable power project, which has the capacity to generate up to 17,800MWh per year. The 45-acre solar panel field is estimated to generate up to 15 per cent of the plant’s yearly power consumption while...

Buzzi Union USA Inc and Alamo Cement to transition to Portland limestone cement

18 March 2022, Published under Cement News

In keeping with their commitment to the environment and the Portland Cement Association's Roadmap to carbon neutrality, Massimo Toso, President and CEO of Buzzi Unicem USA Inc and President and CEO of Alamo Cement Company , has announced that the companies will transition to Portland limestone cement. Type IL (PLC) cement can reduce the CO 2 emissions up to 15 per cent in comparison with traditional cement. By the end of 2022, Buzzi Unicem USA and Alamo Cement Company will implement...