Cemex reopens key concrete plant in Czech Republic and launches recycling plant for residual concrete
The original concrete plant, located in Prague-Libuš, had been in operation since the late 1990s and was closed in 2018 to undergo necessary reconstruction. It has now seen a complete renovation and been adapted to the requirements of current modern construction technology.
The site can now process five types of cements and admixtures, including Cemex’s more sustainable range of Vertua® concretes, and is also prepared for the use of recycled aggregates. In line with Cemex’s climate action strategy, Future in Action, the site aims to support the circular economy as far as possible, with two recycling plants installed.
These process the residual concrete, separating aggregates and sand that can then be reused. In addition, the concrete batching plant is equipped with the most advanced filters and, as part of the refurbishment, it has been clad with special sandwich panels to ensure quiet operation and environmental friendliness.
The innovative solutions used in the batching plant minimise the environmental impact of the production processes, a further an integral part of the Future in Action strategy and a priority in the daily operation of Cemex plants.
Ruediger Kuhn, VP Materials Central Europe, Cemex commented: “Our plant in Libuš forms an important part of our operation in the Czech republic, thanks to its interesting location in the wider centre of the capital and in the immediate vicinity of the planned construction of the Prague Metro D line. We are therefore very pleased to have this site reopened following a considerable investment.
“The development at this site confirms Cemex’s determination to offer its customers superior quality products while also meeting its sustainability objectives, supporting the circular economy and reducing emissions wherever possible.”
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Notes to Editors:
Cemex announced its Climate Action strategy; ‘Future in Action – Committed to Net Zero CO2’ in February 2020, along with updated targets in November 2022 and as part of this, by 2030 it plans:
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To be below 430kg of CO2 per ton of cementitious material, equivalent to a 47% reduction*.
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To reduce the carbon content per cubic meter of concrete to 150kg, equivalent to a 41% reduction*.
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To reach 65% in clean electricity consumption by 2030.
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To reduce Scope 3 transport emissions by 30% by 2030.
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For Vertua lower-carbon to account for majority (50%+) of cement and concrete sales by 2025.
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To manage up to 40M tons of circular materials per year by 2030.
* According to our 1990 baseline
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About Cemex:
Cemex is a global construction materials company that is building a better future through sustainable products and solutions. Cemex is committed to achieving carbon neutrality through relentless innovation and industry-leading research and development. Cemex is at the forefront of the circular economy in the construction value chain and is pioneering ways to increase the use of waste and residues as alternative raw materials and fuels in its operations with the use of new technologies.
Cemex offers cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and urbanisation solutions in growing markets around the world, powered by a multinational workforce focused on providing a superior customer experience, enabled by digital technologies.
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