Big news in the world of cement production! Cemex, a leading cement company, is teaming up with the Mission Possible Partnership (MPP) to speed up their efforts to go green. Together, they’re diving into the world of decarbonization, with hydrogen taking center stage.
Their first stop? The Balcones cement plant in Texas. Cemex and MPP, with a little boost from the Bezos Earth Fund, are putting their heads together to figure out how to slash CO2 emissions at this plant. Their goal? To make sure Cemex hits net-zero emissions by 2050.
So, how are they planning to do it? Well, there are a bunch of tricks up their sleeves. They’re looking at everything from using cleaner fuels and materials to capturing and storing carbon. Plus, they’re exploring cool ideas like using captured carbon to make synthetic fuels or construction materials. Talk about thinking outside the box!
One big challenge they’re tackling head-on is the intense heat needed to make cement. Traditionally, this heat comes from burning fossil fuels, which isn’t great for the environment. But Cemex and MPP are on a mission to change that. They’re checking out new ways to heat things up, like using waste, renewable gas, biomass, or even hydrogen. It’s all about finding cleaner, greener ways to get the job done.
MPP isn’t just focusing on cement, though. They’re on a mission to clean up some of the world’s dirtiest industries, like cement and transportation. With their help, Cemex is aiming to revolutionize the way cement is made.
This partnership is a big step forward for Cemex’s Future in Action program, which is all about making the company more sustainable. And they’re already seeing results! Since 2020, they’ve slashed their CO2 emissions by a whopping 13%. That’s some serious progress, and they’re just getting started. Watch this space for more exciting updates as Cemex and MPP continue their journey towards a cleaner, greener future.
