Cemex announced significant progress on sustainability initiatives at its Balcones cement plant and quarry in New Braunfels, Texas. At the heart of these efforts is the Cemex Nature Center, a 33‑acre open space dedicated to biodiversity, environmental education and community engagement.
The Nature Center features a restored prairie, pollinator and vegetable gardens, and an education facility that serves as a living classroom for employees, students, and visitors. The site hosts more than 130 native plant species, maintains 25-plus honeybee hives, and includes habitat enhancements such as Purple Martin hotels, Eastern Bluebird houses, and a natural savannah with trails and nesting boxes.
Through a partnership with United Way’s PEACE program, the wheelchair‑accessible vegetable garden empowers adults with special needs to grow and share fresh produce with local shelters. In 2024 alone, participants harvested over 4,064 lb. of food, while a community fundraiser attracted more than 200 attendees.
That same year, the on‑site greenhouse cultivated and donated more than 4,500 native trees to regional organizations. Additionally, the Balcones Dry Comal Creek Wildlife Habitat Center is expected to engage approximately 1,500 employees and community members through hands‑on learning experiences.
Cemex remains committed to integrating conservation and community partnerships into its operations. In the future, it plans to expand biodiversity initiatives and educational programs at Balcones.
