Cement News tagged under: Environmental
PCA 2008 Sustainable Leadership Award Winners21 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsAs part of its ongoing commitment to raise awareness and understanding of the importance of cement and concrete to sustainable building solutions, the Portland Cement Association (PCA) has identified local leaders in eight cities across the nation who have enacted policies or completed projects that promote sustainable development through the use of concrete and other cement-based products. "As demand continues to increase, our government leaders and the cement and concrete industry have imp... |
Lafarge launches Geo conservation programme in Meghalaya, Bangladesh20 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsLafarge Umiam Mining Private Limited (LUMPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Lafarge Surma Cement Ltd, Bangladesh, today announced the launch of a Geo Conservation Programme for protecting the caves at Nongtrai area of East Khasi District of Meghalaya in partnership with the Nongtrai Dorbar Shnong. This initiative was part of the broader ’biodiversity conservation programme’ of LUMPL and reaffirms the company’s commitment to the state. Meghalaya has a number of cave systems and some of them ... |
DEQ to hold permit hearing for Lafarge, US17 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsThe Department of Environmental Quality presented the Alpena Intergovernmental Air and Water Quality Committee with a draft of Lafarge’s alternate fuel burning permit and announced the date of a public hearing on the matter. The draft outlines terms Lafarge must comply with or face the possibility of having the permit stripped by the DEQ. Among the conditions are the process, or process equipment, cannot be modified, moved or relocated unless a permit is received from the state. |
Holcim Philippines puts sustainability at core of cement business15 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsHolcim Philippines Inc has placed sustainable development as one of its major priorities while pursuing a profitable business in the country. This was stressed by Holcim Philippines chief operating officer Ian Thackwray in a presentation on Response Ability to Meet Today’ Needs While Keeping Tomorrow’ Promise at the ongoing 8th Asia Pacific Mining Conference and Exhibition. "We place environmental management high on our priorities as a company. We recognize the public’ high expectations f... |
Ongoing opposition to proposed Titan Cement Castle Hayne plant13 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsOne of the most controversial projects in New Hanover County is the proposed cement plant along the banks of the Northeast Cape Fear River. There are five candidates vying for three seats on the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners. Local radio station reporter, WHQR’s Catherine Welch talked with one of the candidates about where he stands on the issue. Jonathan Barfield Jr says his opposition to the Carolinas Cement Company plant centres on concerns about mercury emissions to a part... |
Phoenix Cement awarded Energy Star13 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsArizona’s EPA Air Quality Division Associate Director told a crowd today in Clarkdale that "it takes a lot of vision and support from organizational leaders" to accomplish "a difficult and unique implementation on this scale." Colleen McLoughlin was referring to the dramatic environmental and energy efficient changes accomplished by the Phoenix Cement plant since it was acquired by the Salt River Materials Group. Friday, the plant was honored with the US Environmental Protection Agency E... |
Cemex to address concerns about Chromium VI in Davenport08 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsThe head of Cemex for the West Coast spoke to county leaders this morning, outlining numerous steps the cement factory will take in eradicating Chromium VI from its operations and helping Davenport residents feel safe in their community. Cemex Vice President Satish Sheth, who lives in Santa Cruz County and has worked at the cement plant since the 1970s, told the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday that the use of raw materials with chromium has been halted and in the future, the company plans t... |
Doubts over wind farm bid, UK07 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsA proposed wind farm near the coastline at Dunbar could ruin views of the area from the sea, a community leader has warned. Bosses at Lafarge Cement Works are looking at the possibility of installing three 125m high turbines to generate electricity. Dunbar Community Council leader Stephen Bunyan admitted he was concerned about the potential impact. "I view it with some reservation because it is so close to the coastline," he said. |
US: Ragland plant makes safety milestone03 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsNational Cement executives attribute the milestone to a comprehensive safety training program, increasing the amount and frequency of safety training, said a news release. As part of the program, incentives are given to employees for every accident-free month. In the past year, National Cement has awarded more than $10,000 in incentives to employees, said the release. “This is a significant achievement for our company and especially for the employees at the Ragland plant,” said Spencer Wei... |
ACC’s Corporate Office, Cement House, turns green02 October 2008, Published under Cement NewsCement House, ACC’s corporate head office in Mumbai, is being transformed into a green building. Cement House, the headquarters of ACC Limited is presently undergoing a major renovation programme which will transform it as an energy-efficient and green building in addition to maintaining its heritage. Cement House was built in 1939 based on a design by Ballardie Thompson & Mathews selected as the winning entry from an all-India competition among leading architects of the time. The address o... |