Ecocem co-signs letter calling on UK government to usher in a new era of climate leadership

The letter calls for an NDC that is:

• Aligned with business targets
• Embedded in UK policy and implementation plans
• Supportive of shared global ambitions to level the playing field
• Connected to climate and nature goals

According to the BGA, the UK has a strong opportunity to bolster its global influence by presenting an NDC that aligns with the Paris Agreement and associated 2050 net zero targets. The letter highlights that this commitment would not only affirm the UK's dedication to decarbonisation but would also be a catalyst for private investment to fuel economic growth.

Cement alone is estimated to account for around 8% of the world’s CO₂ output and is responsible for more than 50% of the carbon footprint in new building projects. Reducing its emissions at speed can make a real difference to the UK’s carbon footprint.

Susan McGarry, Director of Public Affairs and Sustainability at Ecocem, said: “The Government has an opportunity to return the UK to its position as a global climate leader.

“Ecocem and our fellow signatories stand committed to collaborate with policymakers to ensure that we can support the UK in its journey to net zero. For this to happen, an ambitious and investable 2035 NDC - in line with the Paris Agreement - will be fundamental to drawing private investment. Our technology can dramatically reduce the UK’s cement industry’s emissions, but this must be paired with government action to achieve climate goals.”

For over 20 years, Ecocem has been innovating to help the construction industry become more sustainable. The company’s products and technology have helped to achieve CO₂ reductions of 18 million t through some of the lowest carbon cement ever used in large scale projects across Europe.

Read the article online at: https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/28102024/ecocem-co-signs-letter-calling-on-uk-government-to-usher-in-a-new-era-of-climate-leadership/