Construction Sector Emissions Highlight Need for Sustainable Binders
What happened
The construction sector accounts for 35% to 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Much of this output is due to the high temperatures required for industrial processes in the steel and cement sectors. Furthermore, the cement sector emits carbon when limestone is calcined, a process that contributes 7% to 11% of total emissions, which is nearly double the aviation sector's contribution.
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Why it matters
Achieving India's goal of becoming a net-zero emissions economy by 2070 requires addressing the construction sector, which consumes materials like steel and cement. Historically, many regions used a wider range of mineral-based binders before Portland cement became the standard binding agent in the 19th century.
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Who's involved
- Global Cement and Concrete AssociationAssociation representing about 35% of the global cement and concrete industry
- Cement Association of CanadaNonprofit organization that participates in the global industry's network
- Dangote GroupNigerian industrial conglomerate involved in industry dialogues regarding sustainability
- TürkiyeTurkish news website cited for functional leadership in COP coalitions
- GhanaWest African country related to global cement standards
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The entities involved
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Global Cement and Concrete Association
association representing about 35% of the global industry
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