Cement News tagged under: Alternative Fuels
Overcoming AF challenges in achieving carbon neutrality18 November 2024, Published under Cement NewsThe operational challenges posed by climate change and energy shortages in cement production have led to a growing emphasis on adopting alternative fuels (AFs), particularly biomass, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy security. SCG Cement and Green Solution Business’ success in integrating AFs is a notable example. However, to ensure smooth operations, potential issues such as clogging and abrasion in the production process must be proactively managed. By Palakrit Tinnakor... |
Heidelberg achieves 50% replacement of fossil fuels at its Edmonton plant15 November 2024, Published under Cement NewsHeidelberg Materials North America has made significant sustainability advancements at its Edmonton cement plant, now replacing up to 50 per cent of fossil fuels with low-carbon alternative fuels (ALCF). Supported by a US$2.4m grant from Alberta’s Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction fund, the initiative diverts around 100,000t of non-hazardous waste annually from landfills, helping to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The project sources ALCF from municipal, construction, ... |
Co-processing study analyses mineral recovery of waste-derived fuel11 November 2024, Published under Cement NewsThe Instituto Español del Cemento y sus Aplicaciones (IECA), the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (ETS of Mining and Energy Engineers) and LOEMCO (Official Laboratory for the Testing of Construction Materials) have released a study to determine material recovery of the mineral fraction of fuel derived from waste used in the cement industry. The study quantifies the mineral content present in alternative fuels as a percentage. The aim was to look the recycling material from six of the mai... |
PT Amita Prakarsa Hijau to supply biomass to Indocement16 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsPT Indocement Tunggal Prakarsa Tbk , through its subsidiary PT Sari Bhakti Sejati established a company with PT Amita Tamaris Lestari under the name PT Amita Prakarsa Hijau on 4 October 2024 in Jakarta. The establishment of this joint venture is a continuation of the signing of the MoU with AMITA in 2023. The joint venture company operates in the field of recycling industrial waste, general waste and Indonesian biomass resources where the products will be ready to be supplied as raw materi... |
Cembureau reports increase in alternative fuel usage among its members14 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsCembureau, the European cement association, reports that in 2022 it reached an impressive 58 per cnet alternative fuel use among its members, up from 53 per cent in 2021! “This marks a significant step towards our ambition of 95 per cent alternative fuel use by 2050, with 50 per cent sourced from bio-waste,” said Cembureau. With 35 to 40 per cent of the sector's CO 2 emissions stemming from fossil fuel combustion, the European cement industry is making tremendous progress in reducing its ... |
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... |
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.... |
Viacha cement plant to co-process electronic equipment waste in first27 September 2024, Published under Cement NewsBolivia-based SOBOCE will be the first cement producer in the country to co-process waste electrical and electronic equipment at its Viacha cement plant. The company plans to trial 133t of the waste in a programme that is being developed in coordination with the Ministry of Environment and Water. The waste contains brominated flame retardant plastics, used in the manufacture of electronic components. "Viacha has all the environmental licenses and authorizations for the co-processing ... |
Davenport plant installs FuelFlex Pyrolyzer system25 September 2024, Published under Cement NewsSummit Materials Inc has installed FLsmidth’s FuelFlex Pyrolyzer system, which enhances the use of non-hazardous alternative fuels at its Davenport cement plant in Iowa, USA. The US$38m investment expands Summit’s Green America Recycling operation, enabling the plant to replace about 55 per cent of its fossil fuel usage with non-hazardous waste, according to the company. “As part of our commitment to being the most socially responsible construction materials company, we are proud to p... |
Continental Cement expands recycling facility12 September 2024, Published under Cement NewsContinental Cement opened the expanded recycling facility at its Davenport plant in Buffalo, Iowa, USA, according to local press reports. The project enables the company to reuse waste material and reduce its fossil fuel use by approximately 50,000t. Continental Cement acquired the Davenport plant in 2015 and opened new cement storage capacity earlier this year. |