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CarbonZero 2026 – Awards announcement

Call for Nominations: The CarbonZero 2026 Awards (awarded on October 28, Tangla Brussels Hotel)

The path to Net Zero is no longer a theoretical roadmap; it is being paved today by the visionaries, engineers, and strategists reshaping the backbone of global infrastructure.

As the construction and cement sectors face unprecedented pressure to decarbonize, the CarbonZero 2026 Awards arrive to spotlight the pioneers who are turning “green” targets into industrial reality. We are looking for the projects and people who aren’t just meeting standards—they’re setting them.

Why These Awards Matter

The “hard-to-abate” sector is undergoing its most significant transformation since the invention of the rotary kiln. We are moving beyond incremental changes toward a fundamental shift in how we build. These awards recognize excellence in:

Alternative Fuels: Transitioning from coal to waste-derived and biomass solutions.

Circular Raw Materials: Redefining “waste” as a resource for clinker substitution.

Low-Carbon Solutions: Scaling LC3, CCUS, and innovative binder technologies.

The 2026 Award Categories

1. CarbonZero Industrial Decarbonization Project of the Year

This category honors a specific, large-scale initiative that has demonstrated measurable impact. Whether it is a landmark carbon capture pilot, a successful transition to 100% alternative fuels, or a revolutionary circular economy partnership, this award recognizes technical ingenuity and operational success.

2. CarbonZero Decarbonization Leadership Award

Decarbonization requires more than technology; it requires courage. This award is dedicated to an individual or organizational leader who has championed sustainability at a systemic level. We are looking for the influencers who have steered their companies—and the industry—toward a lower-carbon future through policy, investment, and advocacy.

Submit Your Nomination

Are you leading the charge toward a sustainable built environment? Or do you know a partner whose work deserves global recognition?

Nominate the project by writing at contact@industrylink.eu! Register to the event and be the first to see and congratulate the winners!

CarbonZero (Oct 27-29, 2026, Tangla Hotel Brussels, Belgium) is a C-level global platform accelerating the transition to Net Zero in the cement and construction industries, covering alternative fuels, raw materials, clinker substitution, carbon capture, financing, policy, and standards. Previous editions were successfully held in Lisbon (2022), Lyon (2023), Madrid (2024) and Bucharest 2025 – (Overview here).

This edition will also incorporate the Cementitious Materials Congress – Europe, delivered as a dedicated, co-located track running alongside the main event, with its own focused sessions and speakers, October 28-29.

Want to have a presentation and/or exhibition space? See the Sponsorship brochure and discuss with an Industry Link team member to help you decide which package works best for you. Ask for your copy of the file at contact@industrylink.eu.

 

Other events in 2026:

ESG and Sustainability International Summit and Industry 5.0 Conference and  Exhibition – June 10-11, 2026; Location: World Trade Center Sao Paulo, Brazil

A premier regional platform for industry leaders to discuss sustainability, ESG strategies, and regulatory advancements in cement and construction. This event brings together thought leaders and corporate professionals from around the world to explore the latest trends in sustainable finance, legal frameworks, and industry innovations.

Industry 5.0 Conference and Exhibition  June 10-11, 2026; Location: World Trade Center Sao Paulo, Brazil

Confirmed Speakers
  • Álvaro Lorenz – Global Sustainability Director, Votorantim Cimentos
  • Ana Luci Grizzi – Independent Advisor & Senior Consultant; Sustainability & Innovation Committee Coordinator, Votorantim Cimentos
  • Carla Leal – CDP Market Director for LATAM | Board Member
  • Patrícia Iglecias – Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, University of São Paulo
  • Aloísio Melo – National Secretary for Climate Change, Ministry of Environment and Legal Amazon
  • Rejane Afonso – Technical and Commercial Director, Monitore
  • Josilene Ticianelli Vanuzini Ferrer—PhD Candidate, University of São Paulo
  • Juan Padial—Managing Partner, Digital Supply Chain, KPMG
    Felipe Salgado – Partner Director of Decarbonization, KPMG
  • Edilson Júnior—Innovation & Industrial Technology Manager, Cimento Nacional
Get the full program event brochure at contact@industrylink.eu. If you want to join our 2026 events as speakers or exhibitors please reach out to Mariana Gheorghe, Program and Marketing Manager at mariana.gheorghe@industrylink.eu. Follow us on our social media channels!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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