Cementing the Future: Can The Construction Sector Afford Not to Use Green Hydrogen?

Time: 15:20 - 15:45
Date: 17-04-2024

Synopsis

  • A behind the scenes look at how a cement producer is planning to integrate green hydrogen into their business model, including costs, and the logistics of sourcing and delivering hydrogen to the production site.
  • Discussing the challenges and potential of green hydrogen use to decarbonise cement production, with the construction ecosystem accounting for 25% of global emissions and cement being a major contributor​ (7.0% of global CO₂ emissions in 2019).
  • Examining how the the European Green Deal’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, expected to be in full effect by 2026, could  impact current cement production costs and drive the industry towards green hydrogen solutions.

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