The manufacturing sector, particularly in industries such as cement and steel, presents unique challenges for decarbonization due to its inherently carbon-intensive nature. As global pressures and regulatory mandates push toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, there is an urgent need to develop and implement strategic solutions beyond basic compliance.
Central to these efforts are breakthroughs in carbon capture technologies and innovative decarbonization strategies tailored to each industry’s specific processes. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) has emerged as a pivotal technology, offering pathways to reduce emissions while maintaining industrial output significantly. Concurrently, exploring alternative raw materials, energy efficiency improvements, and circular economy principles contribute to the strategic transformation of these sectors.
Cement production, for instance, is exploring using clinker substitutes and alternative cementitious materials to lower CO2 emissions. In the steel industry, advancements in hydrogen-based production processes are anticipated to curtail reliance on carbon-intensive energy sources.
Decarbonization in these sectors hinges on robust collaboration among industry leaders, policymakers, and research institutions. Addressing technical and economic challenges requires coordinated efforts to create supportive policy frameworks and incentivize investments in R&D, infrastructure adaptation, and novel technologies.
This event will bring together key stakeholders to explore actionable strategies, foster collaboration, and highlight the business case for leading the transition to a low-carbon future in hard-to-abate manufacturing sectors. Public-private partnerships and cross-industry collaboration will be discussed as essential components in delivering the scale and impact needed to meet emission reduction targets and unlock competitive advantages in a sustainable economy.
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