Cement manufacturers should adopt a holistic approach
March 04, 2025
Nathan Ashcroft talks with Indian Cement Review about how carbon capture solutions can reduce emissions for the cement industry
Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) is one of the key components of the energy transition. On one hand, we are developing renewable energy solutions that can generate green power and reduce our reliance on traditional fossil fuels. On the other, we are looking for ways to lessen the carbon footprint of our conventional energy infrastructure. This is especially true for industries like cement manufacturing, where it is hard to abate the carbon.
Nathan Ashcroft, 麻豆传媒’s director of Low-Carbon Solutions, was interviewed by Indian Cement Review. It is India’s only business magazine for the cement industry. The discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities of integrating CCUS into cement manufacturing. In the article, Ashcroft highlights key points of CCUS. These include:
- Technological advancements
- Regulatory considerations
- Financial strategies
He also talks about how global collaboration is the key to achieving large-scale decarbonization.
Ashcroft answered several questions. What are the key challenges in integrating CCUS into the existing cement manufacturing facilities? How do you think carbon capture technologies can align with the net zero goals of cement manufacturers today? What strategic considerations should cement manufacturers prioritize when planning large-scale CCUS projects? How can the cement sector overcome regulatory and financial challenges in adopting this technology? And more.
