Germany's Cement Industry Pursues Carbon Capture for Climate Neutrality
Germany's cement production accounts for about 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Heidelberg Materials and Andritz are advancing carbon capture technologies, with Heidelberg operating the world's first industrial CO2 capture facility in Brevik, Norway. Holcim plans a climate-neutral cement plant in Germany to capture 1.2 million tons of CO2 annually. The EU supports these projects, but they rely on investment commitments. Critics warn that carbon capture may delay progress toward sustainable materials. By 2050, Heidelberg aims for 50% of its revenue from sustainable products.
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Germany's cement industry is focusing on carbon capture to address its 8% share of global greenhouse gas emissions. Heidelberg Materials operates the world's first industrial CO2 capture facility in Brevik, Norway, capturing 400,000 tons of CO2 annually.
The company aims to deliver the first Carbon Captured Near-Zero-Zement to European customers. Holcim is developing a climate-neutral plant in Lägerdorf, Germany, targeting 1.2 million tons of CO2 capture annually, with EU support.
Projects depend on investment commitments and transport solutions. The EU prioritizes decarbonization, while the US focuses on CO2 for oil extraction. Heidelberg aims for 50% of its revenue from sustainable products by 2050.
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