Sept. 13, 2022 – The Belize government will not allow Vulcan Materials to mine near a coastal village due to environmental concerns, following reports of land purchases by the company, according to an article on BNAmericas. Sustainable development minister Orlando Habet said officials from Prime Minister John Briceño’s government made a decision that no surface mining will be permitted near Gales Point Manatee…
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Minerals Technologies Publishes ESG Report
Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) published its 14th annual Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report, which highlights the significant progress the company continues to make with its environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities.
Read MoreCEMEX USA Promotes Environmental Awareness; Sustainability
CEMEX USA wrapped up its second annual Sustainability Month, celebrating Earth Day and the company’s longstanding commitment to sustainability and circular economy with activities across the United States designed to promote environmental awareness and encourage positive action for our planet.
Read MoreVulcan Hosts GCAA Environmental Committee
Vulcan Materials hosted members of the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA) Environmental Committee and key staff from the Georgia Department of Environmental Protection Division (EPD) on May 17 at its Kennesaw quarry.
Read MoreGraniterock Wins Award in Global Film Competition
Robert Ellenwood, senior video producer for Graniterock, has won Award of Merit, Special Mention from the Accolade Global Film Competition.
Read MoreEagle Rock Aggregates Marine Terminal Faces Opposition
Eagle Rock Aggregates’ (ERA) plan to construct and operate the ERA Oakland Terminal Project – a marine terminal at the Port of Oakland that would import, store and distribute bulk construction aggregates – has come under fire from environmental advocates.
Read MoreCEMEX, Heidelberg, Holcim Make Climate ‘A List’
Three of the top five global cement, aggregate and concrete producers have made the 2021 Climate Disclosure Project A List, reflecting transparency in environmental impact, greenhouse gas emissions management and water resource metrics. CEMEX, HeidelbergCement and Holcim are among 200 A List/Climate category performers from a pool of 10,000-plus companies that London-based CDP observes.
Read MoreRP Video News: Graniterock Champions Environmental Values
Mining and environmentalism are not at odds. Following is a video from Graniterock on how the company champions environmental values on the lands the company has mined for more than a century.
Read MoreTACA Members Learn How Conservation Can Increase Profitability
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) welcomed more than 50 attendees to its Environmental & Sustainability Seminar on Sept. 23-24 at the Marriott Riverwalk in San Antonio.
Read MoreLafargeHolcim in the US Aggregate Operations Earn Awards
The National, Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) recognized eight LafargeHolcim in the US facilities for their environmental and community efforts. The recognition is part of NSSGA’s annual Awards of Excellence program.
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