The global cement and concrete industry, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, can achieve carbon neutrality or even become negative emitters with the right incentives and market mechanisms, Ian Riley, CEO of the World Cement Association (WCA), tells Gulf Construction.

Emirates Steel Arkan (ESA), one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, has announced its strategic collaboration with Magsort, a Finnish decarbonisation company, to drive an innovative initiative across its Al Ain Cement Factory.

Amidst rising concerns about climate change and increasing demand for carbon capture technologies, Finnish company Carbonaide has announced a market-ready solution that addresses the crucial issue of verification of CO2 sequestered.