CarbonCure was been selected to join the Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) in New York City, a program launched by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT). The program is a joint partnership between the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service in New York City and San Francisco, with the support of the Business Development Bank of Canada and Sustainable Development Technology Canada.
Read MoreDay: March 27, 2013
Cemex Commissions 6.2 MW of Distributed Wind Turbines
Cemex USA announced the commissioning of four General Electric wind turbines with a combined generating capacity of 6.2 MW at its cement plant located in Victorville in San Bernardino County, Calif. The commissioning is Cemex’s second wind turbine project in the U.S. and will result in a total generating capacity of 7.2 MW statewide. In 2012, Cemex commissioned its first…
Read MoreHolcim Ecuador Reaches Volunteering Milestone
Holcim Ecuador reports that its entire staff took part in its volunteer program, which focused on sustainable development and included initiatives such as reforestation, community cleanup and entrepreneur programs, as well as training on environment and safety planning.
Read MoreCement Association of Canada President/CEO Addresses Gala
Michael McSweeney, president and CEO of the Cement Association of Canada, advocated at the 2013 Environmental Defence Gala held last month for a collective approach that addresses sustainability challenges, speaks to the industry’s commitment and significant investments to reduce its environmental footprint, and shares lessons learned thus far on the path to greater sustainability.
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