Tag: The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA)

World’s first Low Carbon Ratings system for Cement and Concrete launches

Stuart Mitchell

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) announces the launch of Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) for Cement and Concrete – a first-of-its-kind transparent global rating system that will enable cement and concrete to be identified based on their carbon footprints. The ratings system is designed to help customers prioritise sustainability when selecting construction materials by using a clear and intuitive AA to G scale. Inspired by well-known appraising schemes such as the EU’s Energy Performance Certificates and the US Home Energy Rating System, the LCR offers a simple, transparent, and…

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International Definitions For Low Carbon Cement And Concrete Launched To Fast-Track Green Procurement Of Essential Building Materials

Stuart Mitchell

The Global Cement and Concrete Association – GCCA has launched its international definitions for low carbon cement and concrete. The definitions are seen as crucial to providing a key reference point for anyone that wants to be able to identify and buy green cement and concrete across the world. German Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck, regarding the launch at COP29: “This is a big step forward towards delivering a greener built environment and a greener global economy. Lead markets for low carbon…

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Concrete in Life Global Photography Competition Launched at New York Climate Week – putting sustainability and essential role of concrete in focus

Stuart Mitchell

A popular global photo competition called “Concrete in Life”, which highlights the sustainability, essential nature and beauty of concrete throughout the world, has been launched from New York’s influential international Climate Week. To mark the launch of the 2024/25 competition, an exhibition of dozens of outstanding photos from the last five years was on display in New York for the competition launch. Run by the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), the competition is open to everyone – professionals, amateurs, or anyone with a smart phone. As an industry-led initiative…

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New partnership agreed between the United Nations Industrial Development Organization and the GCCA to drive industry decarbonisation around the globe

Stuart Mitchell

A ground-breaking agreement has been signed by the UN’s Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) to work together on decarbonising the cement and concrete industry, with a strong focus on the Global South. UNIDO supports its 172 Member States with economic and industrial development, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With its long-standing experience in renewable energy projects and the application of clean energy technologies in industry, UNIDO successfully collaborates with a wide range of partners globally supporting industries on their…

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Government and industry partnership in focus as global leaders meet in Bangkok to advance cement and concrete net zero mission

Stuart Mitchell

Thailand’s Minister of Industry, Pimphattra Wichaikul has opened a major international conference, attended by 200 CEOs and leaders from the world’s leading cement and concrete manufacturers, focused on decarbonising the industry. The event, being held in Bangkok, has been organised by the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), which is the industry’s leading membership association supporting its work to reach net zero. Her Excellency Ms Pimphattra Wichaikul, Thailand’s Minister of Industry said: “The irreplaceable nature of the cement and concrete industry to Thailand and the world is clear – providing modern infrastructure, as well as our homes, hospitals, offices and so much more. “Thailand is one of…

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