The economic trends of 2016, the impact on the cement industry, and the celebration of a 100th anniversary will all be at the centre of focus for the 2016 World of Concrete.
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) will discuss these topics and more during a news conference on 2 February. PCA president and CEO James G. Toscas and chief economist, group vice president Edward J. Sullivan will be the featured presenters.
PCA has been a widely recognised authority on the technology, economics, and applications of cement and concrete for nearly 100 years. Representing America's cement manufacturers, PCA is a vocal advocate for sustainability, economic growth, sound infrastructure investment, and overall innovation and excellence in construction.
The PCA has joined with the US Chamber of Commerce and others to challenge the expansion of federal authority under the new Waters of the United States Rule.
The Portland Cement Association has applauded the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit for its support of the EPA’s revised Portland cement NESHAP standards.
The Portland Cement Association has announced its approval of the “Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011”, which will bar the use of the Clean Air Act in the regulation of greenhouse gas emissions.