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Cemex to Sell Dominican Republic Operations for $950 Million

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Cemex has announced a major strategic move with the sale of its Dominican Republic operations for approximately $950 million. This transaction, involving Cemex’s Spanish subsidiary and Cementos Progreso Holdings, S.L., marks a significant shift in the company’s portfolio. The sale includes a comprehensive set of assets: a cement plant with two integrated production lines, and […]

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California Nevada Cement Association Supports Emissions Reduction Bill for Cement Sector

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The California Nevada Cement Association (CNCA) has expressed its support for Assembly Bill 2109, introduced by Assemblymember Juan Carrillo, as a significant stride towards decarbonizing cement production in the state by 2045. AB 2109 proposes to enable cement producers in California to capture heat generated during manufacturing and convert it into on-site electricity, providing cement

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Andrew G. Kireta Jr. to Lead ASTM International Starting May 1

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Andrew G. Kireta Jr. is set to take the reins of ASTM International as its new president, succeeding Katherine Morgan, who retires after four decades of service with the organization. Kireta’s extensive background in standards development and his familiarity with ASTM’s operations uniquely position him for this leadership role. Currently serving as president and chief

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CRH Americas Materials Solutions Expands into California with Strategic Acquisitions

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CRH Americas Materials Solutions has made a significant move into the California market through the acquisition of BoDean Company Inc. and Northgate Ready Mix LLC, both renowned for their commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. These acquisitions, comprising two quarries, an asphalt plant, a recycling facility, and two concrete plants in Santa Rosa, California, are

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Cemex’s Innovative Approach to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Cement Production

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Cemex unveils a groundbreaking approach to combat carbon emissions in cement production by implementing micronisation, a process that reduces the size of clinker particles. This innovative technique, combined with proprietary admixtures, enables significant reductions in the clinker factor per ton of cement, thereby slashing the carbon footprint of cement production. Notably, clinker micronisation maintains the

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Leilac-2 Project Set to Reduce Carbon Footprint: Confirmed Location at Heidelberg Materials’ Ennigerloh Cement Plant

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The Leilac-2 initiative, positioned at Heidelberg Materials’ cement plant in Ennigerloh, Germany, targets the efficient capture of up to 100,000 tons per year of unavoidable process carbon dioxide emissions, typical in cement and lime production processes. The retrofit module, designed for seamless integration into operational cement plants with minimal downtime and adaptable to various fuel

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Building Transparency Welcomes Diverse Lead and Pilot Partners for Embodied Carbon Calculator Development

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The latest lineup of Lead or Pilot Partners backing the nonprofit organization spearheading the development of the Embodied Carbon Calculator (EC3) represents a wide array of manufacturers, suppliers, and entities within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector committed to fostering low-carbon procurement practices, whether in public or private contracts. In addition to stalwart supporters

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Growth in Coal Ash Utilization: Insights from American Coal Ash Association Survey

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The latest findings from the American Coal Ash Association (ACAA) Production and Use Survey reveal notable trends in coal ash consumption and utilization for the year 2022. Despite a slight decrease in fly ash usage in concrete, down to 10.9 million tons compared to the previous year, there was an overall 8 percent increase in

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Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Adopts NPCA’s Master Precaster Program

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The Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI) has recently secured the licensing rights to the esteemed Master Precaster program from the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA). This strategic partnership aims to enrich educational avenues and bolster workforce competencies within the concrete industry. The Master Precaster designation is achieved through the completion of six specialized courses tailored

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