Starstone Biomaterials and Ashtrom Industries have signed an industrial cooperation agreement to evaluate innovative biogenic cement technology. Under the agreement, Ashtrom Industries will evaluate the material’s performance and its potential integration into its operations, subject to compliance with regulatory standards and obtaining the required approvals. Starstone Biomaterials is a deep-tech company developing the next generation of cement production. The company’s proprietary process utilizes…
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Votorantim Cimentos North American Revenue Up 6%
Votorantim Cimentos ended the second quarter of 2026 with global net revenue of R$8.2 billion, a 16% increase, excluding the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates, compared to the same period of the previous year. This performance reflects the positive evolution of volumes and prices in relevant markets, highlighting the company’s resilience despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, the company…
Read MoreFives, NOC Energy Establish Technology Partnership
Fives and startup NOC Energy are teaming up to accelerate optimized energy use and the decarbonization of the cement industry. By integrating the latter’s NOC Cell on Fives FCB clay calcination pilot plant, the two partners are exploring a new pathway for the decarbonization of high-temperature thermal processes.
Read MoreHydrogen: Fuel of the Future or Flash in the Pan?
As A Potential Solution To The Cement Industry’s Decarbonization Challenge, Can Hydrogen Overcome Technical And Economic Hurdles To Become A Practical Fuel For Cement Kilns? By Jonathan Rowland
Read MoreGCCA Releases New Report on Industry’s Global Decarbonization Effort
The extensive decarbonization work being carried out by the global cement and concrete industry to cut CO₂emissions is set out in a new Global Cement and Concrete Association report launched at COP30 in Brazil.
Read MoreEcocem Establishes Materials Science Advisory Council
Ecocem launched the Materials Science Advisory Council to support the development and adoption of low-carbon cement solutions globally. The establishment of the Materials Science Advisory Council marks the next step in Ecocem’s long-term commitment to innovation, scientific partnerships and delivering globally scalable solutions for cement decarbonization.
Read MoreCemvision Named One of the ‘Climate Tech Companies to Watch’
Cemvision has been named one of MIT Technology Review’s 10 “Climate Tech Companies to Watch,” a global recognition highlighting the most promising innovations driving the transition to a low-carbon future.
Read MoreFortera to Help Microsoft Achieve Carbon Negative Goals
To accelerate the adoption of low-carbon building materials across its data center footprint, Microsoft, through its Climate Innovation Fund (CIF), has invested in cementitious materials manufacturer Fortera. The funding secures Microsoft’s rights to procure Fortera ReAct cement and environmental attribute certificates (EACs).
Read MoreCarbon Upcycling, Ash Grove Break Ground on CCU Facility
Carbon Upcycling Technologies and Ash Grove, a CRH Company, broke ground on Carbon 1 Mississauga – a Canadian first-of-its-kind commercial carbon capture and utilization facility at Ash Grove’s cement plant in Mississauga, Ontario.
Read MoreHolcim Invests in Unique Plasma Technology
Holcim is investing in SaltX Technology, a Swedish company specializing in the electrification of industrial processes. The collaboration with SaltX aims to establish the world’s first plant for all-electric cement production.
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