Canada’s cement industry goes green

Portland-limestone cement (PLC), a new type of cement that reduces CO₂ emissions by 10% when compared to regular cement, has been approved for use in British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec, Canada.

In a statement released on its website, the Cement Association of Canada (CAC) stated that the cement industry has applauded the Governments of British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec for their rapid approval of this new environmentally sustainable cement as it will contribute to lowering the industry’s carbon footprint not only during the manufacturing process, but also for the projects for which it is used.

The use of the new CO₂-reducing cement will automatically be permitted in the remaining provinces when these jurisdictions update their regulations to reference the 2010 National Building Code, which is expected to occur by 2012.

“The introduction of this new cement in Canada reflects the industry’s strong commitment to being part of the climate change solution through innovation and is wholeheartedly embraced by our members and partners,” said CAC President and CEO Michael McSweeney.

Once the market fully adopts this more environmentally friendly cement for all suitable concrete applications, the Canadian cement industry expects to reduce Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions by up to 900 000 tpa.

Read the article online at: https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/10032011/canada%E2%80%99s_cement_industry_goes_green/