At Green Cement & Concrete Innovation Europe 2025, we will delve into groundbreaking technologies, sustainable practices, and collaborative strategies that are reshaping the landscape of cement manufacturing. Our goal is to foster a platform where ideas flourish, and solutions are born to tackle the carbon footprint of one of the world’s most critical industries. As the cement sector faces growing pressure to reduce emissions and enhance sustainability, this summit offers a proactive approach to navigating the shift towards greener production methods. Together, we will explore innovative pathways, share best practices, and drive progress in achieving industry-wide decarbonization. Save the date and be part of this transformative event, where we will unite to forge a resilient and sustainable future for cement production. Engage with global experts and stakeholders, and contribute to shaping the future of low-carbon cement and innovative concrete solutions. Mark your calendars for February 20-21, 2025, and join us in leading the charge towards the future of cement and concrete industry.
Thursday, February 20, 2025
8:00 AM
Registration and Morning Coffee
8:45 AM
Welcome by Event Chairwoman
Cynthia Imesch, Sustainability Manager & Coordinator, Concrete Sustainability Council
8:50 AM
Decarbonising the Global Built Environment: Driving Innovation Across the Value Chain for a Sustainable Future
Dr. Andrew Minson, Concrete and Sustainable Construction Director, GCCA
9:20 AM
The Peak Cluster: Pioneering Global Cement Decarbonisation through Collaborative Innovation and Advanced Carbon Capture Technologies
Luke Olly, Head of Decarbonisation, Aggregate Industries
9:50 AM
Iron Silicate: Unlocking the Potential of a Sustainable By-Product for the Cement Industry
Els Hermans Commercial Development Manager Minerals, Aurubis Beerse nv. Pelle Lemmens, Material Flow Manager, Aurubis Beerse nv
10:20 AM
Morning Networking Tea Break
10:50 AM
Sustainable Cement: Exploring Low Carbon Alternatives
11:20 AM
Building a More Sustainable Future: Adding Value to Construction
Ira Brückner, Head of Sustainability Strategy & Engagement, Heidelberg Materials
12:20 PM
CCUS: Building a Future with Less CO₂
Dr. Chet Biliyok, Technical Director, Energy Transition Projects, Petrofac
12:50 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:50 PM
X-Clinker: Pioneering Low-CO₂ Cement Production Through Innovative Processes and Cutting-Edge Technology
Berkan Fidan, CTO & Board Member, CIMPOR & OYAK Cement
2:20 PM
Waste to an Ultra-Low Carbon Cement and Concrete for Sustainability
Jagabandhu Kole, Senior Vice President R&D, JSW Cement
2:50 PM
Decarbonising Cement and Concrete: Unlocking the Potential of Low-Clinker Cements
Niall O’Hare, Group Strategy & Planning Manager, Ecocem Global
3:20 PM
Clay Calcination to Decarbonisation: A Path Passing through the Right Raw Material Preparation
Gian Stefano Marchisio, General Sales Manager, Rieter Morando S.r.l. (Groupe Legris Industries)
3:50 PM
Turning Challenges into Change: Innovative Pathways to a Greener Cement Industry
Sine Bøgh Skaarup, VP, Head of Pyro & Grinding and Green Innovation, FLSmidth
4:20 PM
Afternoon Networking Tea Break
4:40 PM
Panel Discussion: Decarbonising Cement: Overcoming Technological and Market Challenges
Moderator: Carbon Re
Panelists:
5:20 PM
Panel Discussion: Global Trends in Cement Decarbonisation: Insights from Leading Markets
6:00 PM
Day 1 Closing Remarks
Cynthia Imesch, Sustainability Manager & Coordinator, Concrete Sustainability Council
Friday, February 21, 2025
8:10 AM
Morning Coffee
8:45 AM
Welcome by Organiser and Event Chairman
8:50 AM
Leveraging Performance-Based Approach, Limestone Filler, and Ultrafine to Massify Low Carbon Concrete
Bruno Paul-Dauphin, Director of EXEGY – Sustainable Concrete Solutions, VINCI Construction
9:20 AM
Topic TBA
thyssenkrupp Polysius GmbH
9:50 AM
Pushing Boundaries: Out-of-the-Box Innovations in Cement-Based Systems
Dr. Prakash Mathur, Lead Scientist and Domain Leader, Aditya Birla Science & Technology Company Pvt Ltd.
10:20 AM
Morning Networking Tea Break
10:40 AM
Pioneering Low Carbon Concrete Deployment: Successes & Challenges
Marc Plançon, Deputy Director – Concrete Business Unit, Chryso
11:10 AM
Circular Economy in Concrete Production: Recycling and Waste Utilisation
Innovative use of industrial by-products like fly ash and slag in cement production, highlighting their role in reducing environmental impact and enhancing material sustainability
Richard Kershaw, Technical Manager – Materials, CEMEX
11:40 AM
Paving the Way to a Sustainable Future: Decarbonising Cement and Pioneering Green Concrete Innovations
Dr. Colum McCague, Technical Manager, MPA Cement, Mineral Products Association
12:00 PM
Cemtec Contribution in Building Sustainable Solutions for Grinding of Multiple Supplementary Cementitious Materials – Insights and Experiences from Executed Projects
Marcin Mrowiec, Global Sales Manager, CEMTEC Cement and Mining Technology GmbH
12:30 PM
The Role of Integrating Recycled Aluminium Oxide into Green Cement
Vladimir Mitrik, Global Director Minerals – Ecoproducts, Harsco Environmental
1:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
2:00 PM
Sustainable Building with Concrete: From Low Carbon Cement to Low Carbon Concrete Structures
Dr. Christoph Müller, Managing Director & Head of Concrete Technology, VDZ Technology
2:20 PM
Innovative Concrete Recycling Techniques: Enhancing Material Reuse
2:50 PM
Combining H2 Tech and CCUS for Achieving Negative Emissions in Cement Production
Abdullah Eid, Group Process Manager, Limak Cement
Sercan Tansu, Group Process Engineer, Limak Cement
3:20 PM
Time is of the Essence: What’s Working and How to Speed Things Up
A helicopter view of tested and proven strategies and tactics to rapidly scale the decarbonisation of concrete
Frank Mruk, Senior Director, Building Innovations, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
3:40 PM
Decarbonising Cement for a Net-Zero World
IEA’s scenario modeling, technology analysis, and G7 policy work on standards for near-zero emissions cement, cutting-edge innovations, and policy frameworks essential for a sustainable, low-carbon future in cement production
Richard Simon, Energy Technology Policy Division, International Energy Agency
4:00 PM
Afternoon Networking Tea Break
4:20 PM
Panel Discussion: Integrating Advanced Technologies for Sustainable Cement Manufacturing
Moderator: Prof. Theodore Hanein, Chair of Construction Materials Science, University of Leeds
Panelists:
5:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Future of Green Concrete: Innovations and Market Adoption
Moderator: Nia Bell, Senior Manager, ConcreteZero, Climate Group
Panelists:
5:40 PM
Day 2 Closing Remarks by Event Chairwoman
Cynthia Imesch, Sustainability Manager & Coordinator, Concrete Sustainability Council
There are tremendous international eminent speakers coming from all cross the global cement & concrete industry value chain collaborating to drive value for you, partners and our planet.
Technical Manager, Mineral Products Association
Managing Director - Cement, Aggregate Industries UK
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