US: The Nevada Department of Transportation has approved the use of Portland limestone cement (PLC) for road construction and repairs. The department expects the move to reduce CO2 emissions by 4000t/yr. It uses 45,000t/yr of cement in its projects. Local press has reported that transport contributed 35% of Nevada’s CO2 emissions in 2022, making it the largest single source.
Nevada Department of Transportation approves Portland limestone cement for road projects
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