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Kick-off for the construction of the new cement plant with our polysius® pure oxyfuel technology! 🌱 📆 The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of one of the world's first CO2-neutral cement plants took place today in Lägerdorf in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. The key technology is our polysius® pure oxyfuel, which ensures that the CO2 produced can be almost entirely captured. After being processed into high-purity CO2, it can be used as a raw material in other industries. The new Holcim plant, which is scheduled to go into operation in 2028, will save around 1.2 million tons of CO2 emissions per year. ♻ 💬 “The cement industry faces a particularly huge challenge when it comes to decarbonization. The plant here in Lägerdorf demonstrates how it is possible to decarbonize production and boldly implement climate-neutral manufacturing of cement and concrete. The fact that carbon dioxide can not only be captured but also reused as a raw material is a prime example of the green transformation”, said Robert Habeck, Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, who attended the ceremony together with Daniel Günther, Minister President of Schleswig-Holstein, Thorsten Hahn, CEO Holcim Germany, Cetin Nazikkol, Member of the Executive Board of thyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies and Andreas X. Müller, Managing Director Linde Europe. #cement #cementindustry #polysius #grey2green #DecarbonTechnologies

Digitalization and decarbonization are reshaping the way the cement industry works. They are also inextricably linked: the sort of process changes required to meet net zero goals are unlikely to be possible without advanced automation and control solutions.   Take the use of alternative fuels. These are essential to meet net-zero goals but are also a source of significant process variability. Achieving the very high thermal substitution rates needed to decarbonize cement production will rely on the advanced process optimization only available with digitalization.   KHD ProMax jumps into this role. Our suite of advanced digital applications combine your data with the latest digital twin and machine learning technologies to deliver unparalleled insight into and improvement of your operations. Discover the world of KHD ProMax on our website and step into smart, sustainable productivity. https://lnkd.in/ekRdWQzk #cement #cementindustry #cementtechnology #decarbonization #cementbeyondcarbon #KHD #futureofcement

Global Cement Magazine featured our innovative Optiperm™ technology for CO2 capture in their May issue! The interview with Nic Renard, our Director of Carbon Solutions, and Martin Pischler, Senior Vice President of Sustainable Technologies & Decarbonization at RHI Magnesita, discusses the pilot project underway using Optiperm™ at RHI Magnesita's refractory plant in Austria. Nic explains how Ardent's Optiperm™ efficiently separates CO2 from industrial gas streams using specialized membranes. Key advantages highlighted include: 🛠️ Simple static system with no complex chemical processes ⚡ Low power requirements - 30-35% less than other technologies  🚰 Ultra-low water usage  👣 Small footprint - one 40ft container can capture 50,000 tons/year of CO2 Martin discusses why Optiperm™ is well-suited for their harsh operating conditions and space constraints at the century-old plant in Austria. We're excited to work with leaders like RHI Magnesita to decarbonize heavy industry. As Nic states: "There is no reason why Ardent cannot produce enough Optiperm™ membranes to reach the large Mt or even Gt scale in the coming decades." Read the full interview now to learn more about the potential for this technology to decarbonize the cement industry! https://lnkd.in/eHPUfHHZ Link to the post on our website: https://lnkd.in/e9cYE65H

The top 3 customer and investor questions - answered by our carbon solutions leader: 1. How does your tech work? 2. Why is Optiperm better than other CO2 capture solutions? 3. What’s next? Thanks to amazing Ardent and RHI Magnesita for turning a technology dream into pilot reality.

Breaking Ground: A World-First in Cement Production We're excited to share that Heidelberg Materials UK, in collaboration with the Mineral Products Association (MPA) and supported by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, has achieved a significant milestone in the cement industry. The Ribblesdale Works in Lancashire has successfully operated a cement kiln using a net zero fuel mix, including hydrogen. This groundbreaking achievement demonstrates the potential of hydrogen as a low-carbon fuel source for cement production. By pioneering this technology, we're taking a bold step towards a more sustainable future. Join us in shaping the future of cement production. Let's discuss the implications of this breakthrough and the potential for scaling this technology. #hydrogen #cement #sustainability #netzero #climatechange #innovation #greenenergy #ukindustry #heidelbergmaterials #mpa #beis

Delighted to share our latest article in World Cement Magazine, titled 'Autopiloting The Cement Process'! Besides the field auditing, the customer support, the APC-AI projects management, it is another satisfaction to share insights about our solutions and innovative solutions with everyone. Check out the article for a deep dive into how we're revolutionising the industry! #CementIndustry #Autopiloting #APC #AI #

Modernizing cement manufacturing: A technological step forward. The cement industry's commitment to a low-carbon future is reflected in the growing use of alternative fuel systems for kiln burners. Driven by regulatory compliance and advancements in processing technology, this trend is transforming cement manufacturing worldwide, resulting in increased energy efficiency, higher productivity, and significant reductions in carbon emissions. A prime example of these technologies is the alternative fuel flash dryer, which is impacting the cement industry at the production level. By efficiently drying high moisture materials, flash dryers greatly improve fuel combustion efficiency and reduce overall energy consumption. This technological advance, alongside other innovative pyroprocessing technologies, not only contributes to cleaner processes but also helps to improve economic efficiency, proving that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand. #cementindustry #modernization #pyroprocessing #alternativefuels

TITAN Group will partner with Ecocem Global, a leader in #lowcarbon #cement technologies, for the development of innovative low-carbon cements in #Europe. This collaboration marks a key step in TITAN’s journey toward #netzero emissions and aligns with our strategic goal of expanding our innovative #product portfolio. 🏗️🌍🌱 The companies aim to co-develop and deploy a version of #ACT, Ecocem’s scalable low-carbon cement technology, optimized for application by TITAN. The new low-carbon cement will be created by replacing a substantial portion of clinker with supplementary cementitious materials (#SCMs). This product can reduce the carbon footprint of cement by up to 70% while meeting materials performance targets!   You may read more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dkNaGCNT #TitanGroup #sustainablegrowth #innovation

#INTERVIEW: Hydro pushes to boost post-consumer #aluminum scrap consumption in Europe ▪️ Investment key to retaining low-quality scrap within Europe ▪️ Low-carbon aluminum products to be key demand driver 🖥️ Full story: https://okt.to/zwIDUm #metals

Have you ever wondered how the cement industry can meet the global demand for construction while significantly reducing its carbon footprint? The latest study from the Leilac-2 project outlines a viable pathway to sustainable cement production. The Leilac technology presents a low-cost, retrofittable solution that captures unavoidable process CO2 emissions from cement and lime production. This ground-breaking study demonstrates the feasibility and economic viability of implementing the Leilac technology at full scale to a cement plant in central Europe. Key Highlights: ▪️ Retrofitting the Leilac technology at a typical existing European cement plant can capture 590,000 tonnes of CO2 annually at a cost of ~€33/tonne, excluding transport and storage. ▪️ The study forecasts a cost-effective capture solution, with CO2 valued at ~€53 million per year captured for a cost of €20 million, excluding transport and storage. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. The flexibility, minimal downtime for installation, and future-proof fuel options outlined in the study illustrate a clear path to near-zero emissions cement production. Are you ready to delve deeper into this transformative approach? Join the conversation and explore the full study. https://lnkd.in/g4jq24Zn #Sustainability #Innovation #CementIndustry #CCUS #Leilac