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Holcim accelerates climate action

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Friday, March 31, 2023
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Accelerating its net zero ambition, Holcim aims to reach 420 kg CO2 per ton of cementitious materials by 2030.

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  • Accelerating its net zero ambition, Holcim aims to reach 420 kg CO2 per ton of cementitious materials by 2030.
  • Jan Jenisch, CEO: «Holcim is accelerating its climate action with upgraded net zero targets and a clear commitment to invest CHF 2 billion in CCUS technologies by 2030.
  • Continuing the momentum on its net zero journey, Holcim increased its green investments by 15% in 2022, reaching CHF 403 million.
  • Holcim’s Climate Report will be put to an advisory vote at its Annual General Meeting on 4 May 2023, reflecting the company’s commitment to give its shareholders a say on the company’s climate strategy.

Green Cement Market Expected to See Incredible Growth USD 46.82 billion by 2029, growing at 8.7% CAGR | Exactitude Consultancy

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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PUNE, India, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exactitude Consultancy, the market research and consulting wing of Ameliorate Digital Consultancy Private Limited has completed and published the final copy of the detailed research report on the Green Cement Market.

Key Points: 
  • The global green cement market is expected to grow at an 8.7% CAGR from 2023 to 2029.
  • It is expected to reach above USD 46.82 billion by 2029 from USD 22.10 billion in 2022.
  • Therefore, growth in these sectors will assist in the green cement market growth.
  • Due to its better thermal insulation and fire protection qualities, green cement is an excellent replacement for ordinary Portland cement (OPC).

Green Cement Market Expected to See Incredible Growth USD 46.82 billion by 2029, growing at 8.7% CAGR | Exactitude Consultancy

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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PUNE, India, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exactitude Consultancy, the market research and consulting wing of Ameliorate Digital Consultancy Private Limited has completed and published the final copy of the detailed research report on the Green Cement Market.

Key Points: 
  • The global green cement market is expected to grow at an 8.7% CAGR from 2023 to 2029.
  • It is expected to reach above USD 46.82 billion by 2029 from USD 22.10 billion in 2022.
  • Therefore, growth in these sectors will assist in the green cement market growth.
  • Due to its better thermal insulation and fire protection qualities, green cement is an excellent replacement for ordinary Portland cement (OPC).

Holcim US and TotalEnergies Partner to Drive Clean Energy Services at Colorado Cement Plant

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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CHICAGO and HOUSTON, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US and TotalEnergies today announced their partnership to bring large-scale solar power and battery energy storage to Holcim's Portland cement plant in Florence, Colorado. In line with Holcim's pledge to power all of its US operations with 100 percent renewable energy by 2050, TotalEnergies will install, maintain and operate a 33 megawatt (MW) dc ground-mounted solar array and 38.5 MWh battery energy storage system at the factory.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO and HOUSTON, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US and TotalEnergies today announced their partnership to bring large-scale solar power and battery energy storage to Holcim's Portland cement plant in Florence, Colorado.
  • "This initiative with TotalEnergies demonstrates an ongoing determination to transform our operations and lower our carbon footprint.
  • It's a milestone investment that will decrease our reliance on other sources of energy and shrink our utility costs through a powerful combination of clean energy and efficient operations."
  • Holcim will receive roughly 71,000 MWh of clean power from the project per year under a Power Purchase and Storage Services Agreement ("PPSSA") with a minimum term of 15 years.

EQS-News: Mutares has successfully sold FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH to Holcim Group

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Monday, March 20, 2023
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Munich, 20 March 2023 – Mutares SE & Co. KGaA (ISIN: DE000A2NB650) has successfully sold its portfolio company FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH to Holcim Group.

Key Points: 
  • Munich, 20 March 2023 – Mutares SE & Co. KGaA (ISIN: DE000A2NB650) has successfully sold its portfolio company FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH to Holcim Group.
  • FDT has a long history after its foundation in 1873 as "Schildkröt Werke" and today a strong presence in the main Western European countries.
  • The company had been part of the Donges Group since its acquisition in March 2019 and was successfully repositioned.
  • The shares of Mutares SE & Co. KGaA are traded on the Regulated Market of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol "MUX" (ISIN: DE000A2NB650).

Holcim US Wins Major Innovation Award for ECOPact™ Low-carbon Concrete

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Friday, March 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US and ECOPact low-carbon concrete were awarded the Contractor's Choice of the inaugural Next Level Awards Program .

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US and ECOPact low-carbon concrete were awarded the Contractor's Choice of the inaugural Next Level Awards Program .
  • "ECOPact, our low-carbon concrete, represents an important tool in our strategy to drive more sustainable and innovative building practices across the industry.
  • Earlier this week ECOPact was also recognized for its work with Boston University Data Center and received The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association's Innovative Project Award.
  • Projects like this are one of the many ways Holcim continues to set the bar high for product innovation, performance and continuous improvement.

Holcim acquires HM Factory to enter precast market in Poland

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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Holcim acquires HM Factory, a provider of precast concrete solutions with net sales of CHF 18 million.

Key Points: 
  • Holcim acquires HM Factory, a provider of precast concrete solutions with net sales of CHF 18 million.
  • HM Factory is ideally positioned to capitalize on growth in industrial and residential construction.
  • Miljan Gutovic, Region Head Europe: “HM Factory is a perfect complement to our existing operations, offering multiple technological and raw material synergies.
  • With Holcim, HM Factory aims to capitalize on innovative construction trends such as 3D printing technology to drive smart design.

Holcim acquires INDAR to strengthen retail offering in Mexico

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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Expands Disensa offering with over 10,000 products in roofing, adhesives, tools and more

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  • Expands Disensa offering with over 10,000 products in roofing, adhesives, tools and more
    Holcim has acquired INDAR, a leading hardware wholesaler in Mexico with 2022 net sales of USD 71 million.
  • With this acquisition, Holcim adds more than 10,600 additional hardware products to its range of solutions across its Disensa retail network.
  • INDAR supplies hardware of over 80 leading brands, from roofing needs to tools and adhesives all the way to electrical and plumbing supplies.
  • I look forward to welcoming INDAR’s 420 employees into the Holcim family as we reach our next era of growth together.”
    INDAR has been a leader in hardware in midwestern Mexico for 35 years.

Holcim US Wins Innovation Award for Role in Boston University's Most Sustainable Building

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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Holcim's ECOPact™ low-carbon concrete helped the company take home the prize for its role in the climate-conscious development of Boston University's Center for Computing & Data Sciences.

Key Points: 
  • Holcim's ECOPact™ low-carbon concrete helped the company take home the prize for its role in the climate-conscious development of Boston University's Center for Computing & Data Sciences.
  • "The climate-conscious nature of the University's Data Center project aligns with the exact type of innovative and environmentally friendly projects Holcim seeks.
  • "Globally, Holcim is a leader in sustainable building materials, and ECOPact is a great example of our innovative solutions," said Toufic Tabbara, Region Head North America at Holcim US.
  • With geothermal wells, modern shading, and highly insulating windows, among other features, it is the University's most sustainable, energy-efficient building ever.

Holcim US Unites Legacy Brands in Las Vegas

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Company expands Holcim identity in the Las Vegas area, unifying trusted brands in the building sector prior to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 conference

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  • Company expands Holcim identity in the Las Vegas area, unifying trusted brands in the building sector prior to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 conference
    LAS VEGAS, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Aggregate Industries operations in Las Vegas, Nevada have transformed to Holcim US.
  • A trusted partner in the Greater Las Vegas Area, Aggregate Industries operations include aggregates, asphalt & paving and construction and contracting solutions, and will now be part of a larger Holcim presence in the Mountain Region.
  • Holcim will have a significant presence at the largest construction show in North America, the CONEXPO-CON/AGG conference in Las Vegas March 14-18.
  • The Las Vegas transition follows the Holcim US rebrand that launched in March of 2022, followed by subsequent regional transitions in Texas, Colorado, Louisiana and D.C. Metro.