Cement News tagged under: Environmental
Cemex Egypt invests in decarbonisation equipment04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsCemex Egypt is proud to announce the inauguration of its cutting-edge decarbonisation equipment at its Assiut cement plant. This innovative technology, designed and built by talented local engineering teams, marks a significant milestone in our commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and forms part of Cemex's “Future in Action” strategy. The new equipment transforms residues into energy by utilising energy from the current process, combined with a high-efficiency sep... |
Mondi launches Paper Sacks Go Circular Spain04 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsMondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has co-founded an alliance to improve the circularity of used paper bags in the construction industry. The Spain-based alliance, called Paper Sacks Go Circular Spain comprises of 12 European companies from the full value chain including Mondi. In Spain, construction waste accounts for more than 30 per cent of the total waste generated, with a recovery rate of only 48 per cent according to the latest report from the Spanish National ... |
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.... |
Polish cement sector to accelerate carbon capture strategy from 2025, argues Polish minister at Cemtech Europe 202401 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsCemtech Europe 2024 is now underway in Warsaw, Poland, with over 300 delegates from 40 countries coming together to discuss decarbonisation of the cement industry. CEMBUREAU, the European cement association, estimates 62Mta of CO 2 will need to be captured from EU cement plants by 2050. Yet virtually none of the carbon capture systems and associated carbon transportation infrastructure is in place today. It is an enormous challenge that will require close collaboration between the ceme... |
Ambuja's proposed Ramannapet plant sparks local outcry over pollution01 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsPlans for a new cement factory near Ramannapet have raised concerns among local residents over potential environmental impacts. The proposed plant, submitted by Ambuja Cement , would cover 70a and represents an investment of INR14bn (US$ 167.1m) . The land, originally acquired for a dry port several years ago, has now been earmarked for the cement plant, sparking alarm among farmers and residents. Concerns focus on the possible release of toxic gases, which could affect air quality, wate... |
Ambuja's proposed Ramannapet plant sparks local outcry over pollution01 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsPlans for a new cement factory near Ramannapet have raised concerns among local residents over potential environmental impacts. The proposed plant, submitted by Ambuja Cement , would cover 70a and represents an investment of INR14bn (US$ 167.1m) . The land, originally acquired for a dry port several years ago, has now been earmarked for the cement plant, sparking alarm among farmers and residents. Concerns focus on the possible release of toxic gases, which could affect air quality, wate... |
Dalmia Cements prevents 350t of single-use plastic becoming landfill01 October 2024, Published under Cement NewsTiruchi City Corp has sent approximately 350t of single-use plastic to Dalmia Cements over the past 45 days to be converted into refuse-derived fuel (RDF). This comes after the corporation renewed its agreement with the cement manufacturer earlier this year. The plastic waste, collected from resource recovery centres (RRCs) across the city, is used as fuel in Dalmia’s cement kilns, preventing the material from being dumped at the corporation's landfill site in Ariyamangalam. Each day, ... |
Rezzato Mazzano CCS feasibility study launched30 September 2024, Published under Cement NewsHeidelberg Materials’ Rezzato Mazzano cement plant in the province of Brescia, Italy, is expected to be the first plant in the country to produce carbon captured net-zero cement and concrete. The plant has begun a feasibility study for a decarbonisation project. It is hoped that the Rezzato Mazzano carbon capture project will be part of a larger decarbonisation programme involving carbon capture and storage at Ravenna . Phase 1 of the Ravenna CCS project is being carried out by a join... |
The Northern Lights carbon storage project starts up27 September 2024, Published under Cement NewsHeidelberg Materials Northern Europe is the first industrial customer to deliver captured CO 2 by ship to the storage facilities of the Northern Lights JV in Øygarden, Norway. This facility will support the Norwegian government’s Longship project, providing infrastructure to transport and store CO 2 from capture sites to a secure reservoir 2600m under the seabed. Longship is Norway’s initiative to develop a full-scale CCS value chain, showcasing its potential as a global decarbonisat... |
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 ... |