Achieving carbon neutrality within the cement-based manufacturing industries by 2050 relies on several strategies. Among these strategies, clinker substitution has proven to be among the most basic, efficient, and cost-effective ones. Two years after introduction of EN 197-5 low-carbon cement standards, the path towards performance-based standards for blended cement in the EU space is clearly...
Using waste derived fuels in major energy consuming industries is essential to bring down the CO2 emissions, and advancing toward circularity means including fossil fuel replacements into any industrial process going forward. Dutch based N+P Group, a pioneer in the development of concepts to utilize non-recyclable waste streams as alternative fuels or alternative raw materials...
Nicolas Meyre, Geocycle Business Development ARM will speak at the upcoming CarbonZero Alternative Fuels and Raw Materials 2023 Conference & Exhibition (October 26-27 in Lyon, France). His topic will be Circularity and decarbonization: mandatory levers for the survival of the cement industry in Europe and will discuss: Japan 1999 : Circular Economy Vision: the right...
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Holcim acquires Besblock Ltd, a leading supplier of precast materials to the UK Midlands construction industry. The Besblock technology platform is dedicated to the production of sustainable building blocks, with a capacity of around 2.5 million m² blocks per year. Its products include the industry-leading “Star Performer,” a sustainable and multi-purpose on-site solution that uses...
Holcim is pushing the boundaries of Research and Development to shape a smarter, greener world for all – an effort sustained by over 200 researchers working in the Holcim Innovation center where CarbonZero Global Conference and Exhibition’s second edition will take place in 2023. International leaders from 23 countries will visit the Center in Lyon...
Industry Link Corporate Events and Services launches its Youtube channel. The event organizer gathered impressions and insights on its flagship event aimed at decarbonzation in cement and construction by using alternative fuels and alternative raw materials. A unique concept by its speakers and audience, CarbonZero Global Conference and Exhibition will take place once per year...
Alamo Cement Company announced the completion of its new solar power system in San Antonio, Texas, advancing its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and aligning itself with the cement industry’s goal of reaching carbon neutrality. The 45-acre solar panel field (the equivalent of 35 football fields) is estimated to generate up to 15 percent of...
CarbonZero Global Conference and Exhibition 2023 will be held at InterContinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu. This exquisite and chic hotel, located at the heart of the Peninsula of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999 is the winner of France’s Leading hotel for 2 years in a row and the Best Hotel for Business...
Holcim has signed an agreement to acquire FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH (FDT), a leading manufacturer of thermoplastic roofs with a strong presence in fast-growing European markets with 2022 net sales of EUR 50 million. As a technology and sustainability leader in its sector, FDT will complement Holcim’s integrated roofing offer and strengthen the geographical footprint...