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28.04.2022 16:49Tarmac commits to reducing waste through pallet reuse initiative
As part of its corporate commitment to embracing circular economy principles and reducing waste across its operations, Tarmac has signed a charter produced by The Pallet LOOP – an innovative scheme aimed at minimising the consumption of single-use pallets in the construction industry.
Region: Great Britain
CEMEX announced the reopening of their second line at the San Pedro Macoris plant, its main cement operation in the Dominican Republic. This investment will increase production capacity by one-third and allow CEMEX Dominicana to serve its customers better in high-growth markets in the Caribbean.
Region: Mexico
28.04.2022 12:05Disposable masks could be used to make more durable concrete
With the pervasive single-use masks during the pandemic now presenting an environmental problem, researchers have demonstrated the idea of incorporating old masks into a cement mixture to create stronger, more durable concrete.
Region: USA
27.04.2022 15:10CEMEX successfully turns CO2 into carbon nanomaterials
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (“CEMEX”) announced today that it has successfully tested a process that converts flue gases emitted by the cement kiln into carbon nanomaterials, thereby transforming "bad" carbon into "good" carbon.
Region: Mexico
27.04.2022 14:49Recycled glass waste replaces sand in 3D printing
Researchers from NTU Singapore have developed the capability to use recycled glass in 3D printing, opening doors to a more environmentally sustainable way of building and construction.
26.04.2022 15:13Holcim: record start to the year
Record Net Sales of CHF 6,440m, total growth of +20.1% in Swiss francs, driven by strong demand, acquisitions and pricing
Region: Switzerland
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (“CEMEX”), announced today that CEMEX Ventures, its corporate venture capital and open innovation unit, is investing in Carbon Upcycling Technologies, a Canadian startup and global leader in developing carbon utilization and grinding technologies for the cement industry.
Region: Canada