The Americas - 11 September 2014

St Marys’ Charlevoix plant, Michigan, was recognised at the 2014 Cement Industry Energy and Environment Awards for its efforts to protect and enhance the surrounding land.

New legislation would protect states’ primary authority in protecting US waterways.

Year-on-year growth of 7.9% is predicted for the US cement industry in 2014, with further growth anticipated in 2015 and 2016.

CalPortland’s Rillito plant, Arizona, received the Energy Efficiency award at the 2014 Cement Industry Energy and Environment Awards.