The Cemex S.A.B. de C.V. corporate venture capital unit has announced an investment in Terra CO2 Holdings, Golden, Colo., developer of OPUS SCM and ZERO supplementary cementitious material and portland cement replacement binders. Terra CO2’s reactor and processing technology is based on widely available silicate rock feedstock. Its grinding, thermal treatment and classifying equipment suits standalone plant construction or installation…
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Cemex Celebrates Biodiversity Conservation
Cemex celebrated the 25th anniversary of its El Carmen Nature Reserve, located between Mexico and the United States, reaffirming its commitment to scientific research, habitat and species conservation and restoration. Spanning 130,000 hectares, the nature reserve is one of North America’s most biodiverse areas and one of the world’s greatest wilderness regions. “Through our conservation efforts, we are restoring habitats…
Read MoreGranite Named One of Newsweek’s America’sMost Responsible Companies
For the third consecutive year, Granite has been listed by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies. Newsweek and Statista Inc., the statistics portal and industry ranking provider, present this award to recognize companies for their commitment to doing the right thing for people, the planet and their communities. This list highlights companies that excel in corporate responsibility, sustainability…
Read MoreWorld’s First Independently Driven Battery-Electric Railcar
Carmeuse and Intramotev have successfully launched what they are calling “the world’s first independently driven battery-electric railcar in revenue service.” By electrifying the Bush Bay rail line at its Cedarville, Mich., operations site, Carmeuse has eliminated the need for a second diesel locomotive to transport materials. This initiative aligns with Carmeuse’s sustainability goals, reducing diesel consumption by 55,000 gal. and…
Read MoreHeidelberg Materials Utilizes Low-Carbon Alternative Fuels at Edmonton
Heidelberg Materials North America announced significant environmental advancements at its Edmonton cement plant in Alberta, Canada, marking substantial progress toward more sustainable manufacturing and waste management. The plant has made a major investment in cutting-edge equipment and infrastructure, enabling the replacement of up to 50% of fossil fuels used in cement production with low-carbon alternative fuels. These are sourced from…
Read MoreEPA Launches Climate Resilience Website
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the launch of a new website, the Climate Resilience and Adaptation Funding Toolbox (CRAFT). CRAFT is a user-friendly resource for technical assistance providers working with federal funding applicants and recipients to develop, apply for and implement climate-resilient investments. The website provides simple, easy-to-understand resources that can help users consider climate adaptation and resilience before,…
Read MoreNSSGA Celebrates 2024 Environmental Awards
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced the recipients of its Environmental Excellence Awards and the winner of the 2024 Environmental Leadership Award. The Excellence Awards recognize operations that demonstrate a commitment to the exemplary use of environmental controls and systems. NSSGA recognized nine Gold, 10 Silver and 99 Bronze environmental winners during the first general session of…
Read MoreHog Lick Aggregates To Begin Work As Part Of Arch2
The Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) has executed a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) to receive up to $925 million in federally-funded dollars to spearhead the development of a clean hydrogen hub in Appalachia. This federal funding will unlock billions of dollars in private sector investment to create thousands…
Read MoreWildlife Habitat Council Recognizes Cemex Projects
The Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) awarded four Cemex projects across the United States and Mexico for excellence in corporate conservation in the categories of Awareness and Community Engagement, Desert, Formal Learning, and Training. The recognitions were unveiled during the WHC Conservation Conference in New Orleans. The projects recognized at the awards were: These projects demonstrate Cemex’s efforts to positively impact…
Read MoreSolar Power to Give Cemex Plant a Boost
Cemex USA announced an off-site renewable energy agreement with Georgia Power for its Clinchfield cement plant as the producer increases its decarbonization efforts. “Embracing solar power not only accelerates our own aggressive sustainability goals but also sets a powerful example for the entire industry,” said Ernesto Felix, Cemex US senior vice president, cement operations and technical. “By integrating renewable energy…
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