The Holcim Alpena cement plant in Michigan celebrated the opening of its new whole-tire, co-processing facility – a $7.4 million, state-supported initiative that will safely and cleanly convert 22,000 tons of tires annually into alternative fuel for the plant.
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Holcim to Pilot Science-Based Targets for Nature
Holcim is among 17 global companies – and the only one in the industry – to be selected to work with the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) to submit nature targets for validation in 2023 as part of a global initiative to set the world’s first standards for ambitious and measurable corporate action for nature.
Read MoreHolcim Invests in Cleantech Start-Up
Holcim invested in UK-based Coomtech, a cleantech start-up that offers an innovative low-emission kinetic drying technology for raw materials.
Read MoreHolcim to Scale Up Circular Construction
Holcim has launched ECOCycle, its proprietary circular technology platform to recycle construction demolition materials into new building solutions.
Read MoreHolcim Accelerates Net Zero Ambition
Holcim published its second climate report, which includes its upgraded 2030 climate targets aligned with the 1.5°C framework and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Read MoreHolcim to Welcome International Leaders at Innovation Center
During the CarbonZero Global Conference and Exhibition, international leaders from 23 countries will visit the Holcim Innovation Center in Lyon, France.
Read MoreGeocycle Acquires CM Rubber Technologies
Holcim subsidiary Geocycle has acquired CM Rubber Technologies Inc. of Coleman, Mich., as part of its ongoing commitment to create a zero-waste future and accelerate green growth.
Read MoreMSHA Releases Fatality Alert for Holcim Accident
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reported that on Oct. 17 a miner at Holcim’s Ada quarry and plant in Pontotoc County, Okla., died when he fell approximately 90 ft. from the walkway outside the plant’s mill building.
Read MoreHolcim Earns Double ‘A’ Scores from CDP
Global nonprofit CDP recognizes Holcim’s sustainability leadership with a double “A” ranking for climate and water management. Holcim is one of 15 companies in Europe and the first in its sector to achieve a double “A” CDP score.
Read MoreHolcim Names Kindler as CFO
Holcim’s board of directors appointed Steffen Kindler as chief financial officer (CFO) and member of the executive committee, effective May 1, 2023. He will take the reins from Géraldine Picaud, who has decided to pursue other opportunities outside the company.
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