The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) and Athena Sustainable Materials Institute, a leading think tank in sustainable construction and life cycle assessment, have announced a partnership to produce environmental product declarations (EPDs) on-demand for concrete producers in North America.
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With 10 years remaining to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) is highlighting the crucial role that concrete is playing, and the action the sector is taking towards achieving the 17 global development targets.
Concrete’s role in achieving the UN SDGs
As the most widely used material after water, concrete is fundamental to the world around us. Cement and concrete producers are playing a significant role in taking climate action, with the GCCA recently announcing its milestone Climate Ambition 2050. The climate ambition launch enhances the industry’s commitment to drive down its CO