Cement News tagged under: Environmental
Ambuja leads the industry in joining Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsAmbuja Cements , part of the Adani Group , has become the first cement manufacturer globally to join the Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation (AFID). The AFID, coordinated by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), seeks to accelerate the transition to Net Zero for energy-intensive industries in line with the Paris Agreement. Ambuja has set a target to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, with its targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As part of it... |
Argos Puerto Rico fined US$111,000 for 'Clean Air Act' violations04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsArgos Puerto Rico Corp , operator of a Portland cement plant in Dorado, has reached a settlement with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) following 'Clean Air Act' violations. The company has agreed to pay a US$111,000 penalty and invest over US$200,000 in supplemental environmental projects (SEPs), including the installation of solar energy systems at local schools. The violations, identified through EPA inspections, information requests and record reviews, revealed non-complia... |
Argos Puerto Rico fined US$111,000 for 'Clean Air Act' violations04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsArgos Puerto Rico Corp , operator of a Portland cement plant in Dorado, has reached a settlement with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) following 'Clean Air Act' violations. The company has agreed to pay a US$111,000 penalty and invest over US$200,000 in supplemental environmental projects (SEPs), including the installation of solar energy systems at local schools. The violations, identified through EPA inspections, information requests and record reviews, revealed non-complia... |
Lafarge Canada Invests in low-carbon fuel facility04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsLafarge Canada Inc ( Holcim) has commissioned its state-of-the-art low-carbon fuel (LCF) facility at its Exshaw cement plant in collaboration with Geocycle Canada. The US$38m facility will reduce the plant's reliance on traditional fuels by replacing up to 50 per cent of natural gas used for one of its kilns. This alternative thermal energy is derived from construction demolition waste, primarily discarded wood that would otherwise end up in landfills and emit methane. To mark this m... |
Cemex Egypt invests in decarbonisation equipment04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsCemex Egypt is proud to announce the inauguration of its cutting-edge decarbonisation equipment at its Assiut cement plant. This innovative technology, designed and built by talented local engineering teams, marks a significant milestone in our commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and forms part of Cemex's “Future in Action” strategy. The new equipment transforms residues into energy by utilising energy from the current process, combined with a high-efficiency sep... |
Mondi launches Paper Sacks Go Circular Spain04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsMondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has co-founded an alliance to improve the circularity of used paper bags in the construction industry. The Spain-based alliance, called Paper Sacks Go Circular Spain comprises of 12 European companies from the full value chain including Mondi. In Spain, construction waste accounts for more than 30 per cent of the total waste generated, with a recovery rate of only 48 per cent according to the latest report from the Spanish National ... |
Misr Cement Group & Canal Sugar Canal Sugar form strategic partnership03 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsA significant strategic partnership between Misr Cement Group and Canal Sugar is set to transform agricultural and industrial waste into eco-friendly alternative fuel. This agreement reflects both companies' shared commitment to sustainable development, waste reduction and advancing the circular economy in Egypt. By converting waste into alternative fuel, Misr Cement Group & Canal Sugar are not only lowering operational costs but also reducing carbon emissions and environmental impact.... |
Polish cement sector to accelerate carbon capture strategy from 2025, argues Polish minister at Cemtech Europe 202401 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsCemtech Europe 2024 is now underway in Warsaw, Poland, with over 300 delegates from 40 countries coming together to discuss decarbonisation of the cement industry. CEMBUREAU, the European cement association, estimates 62Mta of CO 2 will need to be captured from EU cement plants by 2050. Yet virtually none of the carbon capture systems and associated carbon transportation infrastructure is in place today. It is an enormous challenge that will require close collaboration between the ceme... |
Ambuja's proposed Ramannapet plant sparks local outcry over pollution01 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsPlans for a new cement factory near Ramannapet have raised concerns among local residents over potential environmental impacts. The proposed plant, submitted by Ambuja Cement , would cover 70a and represents an investment of INR14bn (US$ 167.1m) . The land, originally acquired for a dry port several years ago, has now been earmarked for the cement plant, sparking alarm among farmers and residents. Concerns focus on the possible release of toxic gases, which could affect air quality, wate... |
Ambuja's proposed Ramannapet plant sparks local outcry over pollution01 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsPlans for a new cement factory near Ramannapet have raised concerns among local residents over potential environmental impacts. The proposed plant, submitted by Ambuja Cement , would cover 70a and represents an investment of INR14bn (US$ 167.1m) . The land, originally acquired for a dry port several years ago, has now been earmarked for the cement plant, sparking alarm among farmers and residents. Concerns focus on the possible release of toxic gases, which could affect air quality, wate... |