Opportunities and challenges
The construction sector, particularly cement production and its main consumer, ready-mix concrete, lies at the core of the climate challenges facing our society. In July 2021, the European Commission introduced a series of measures to adapt the European Union's climate, energy, transport and taxation policies. This with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared with 1990 levels. This is what is known as the Green Deal for Europe.