On 2 July, the European Commission presented its proposed greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target for 2040, setting a binding goal of a 90% reduction compared to 1990 levels. This target forms a key milestone on the European Union’s pathway to achieving climate neutrality by 2050. The proposal includes cross-sectoral flexibilities and underscores the critical...
The World Cement Association (WCA) has announced an extension to the application deadline for the 2025 WCA Awards, offering industry professionals additional time to submit their entries. The new deadline is Friday, 1st August 2025. The WCA Awards celebrate excellence across the global cement sector, recognising outstanding achievements in innovation, sustainability, and leadership. Winners will...
The European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition (ERCST) hosted a pivotal event this week titled “The Future of Emissions Trading in the EU: Carbon Dioxide Removals (CDRs)”, unveiling the fourth report in its seven-part series under the “Future of Emissions Trading in the EU” project. Authored by Andrei Marcu, Pauline Nouallet, Nigel Caruana,...
Source: CemNet, 25 June 2025 The UK’s cement industry faces an existential threat unless the government strengthens its commitment to domestic supply chains, according to a stark warning from the Mineral Products Association (MPA). While the MPA welcomed the UK government’s new 10-year infrastructure strategy, it cautioned that without stronger support for the materials sector—particularly...
Source: CemNet – 24 June 2025 The American Cement Association (ACA) has forecast a 1.6% decline in U.S. cement consumption for 2025, reflecting the continued pressure of high interest rates and trade uncertainties. While a formal recession is not anticipated, ACA’s Spring Forecast highlights a cautious construction sector navigating tighter financial conditions and shifting global...