Czech Republic: Holcim Česko, owner of the Čížkovice cement plant, will construct a new calcined clay processing line with an investment of US$44m, marking the largest investment in its history. The project, beginning in January 2025 and aiming for completion by the end of 2026, aims to reduce energy use and end reliance on fossil fuels. The Czech Ministry of the Environment has contributed US$14.5m towards the construction.
Holcim Česko CEO Miroslav Kratochvil said "The new calcined clay processing line represents a revolutionary step in the cement industry. Calcined clays will become a key material in our company's new cement products and will have a significantly lower carbon footprint. This innovation will enable the company to make a significant contribution to environmental protection and emission reduction."
