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Holcim Mexico’s Investment in Sustainable Construction and Water Management<\/strong><\/p>\n Holcim Mexico has declared an investment of approximately MX$356 million (about US$21 million) aimed at enhancing water management and low-carbon construction technologies by 2027. This initiative comes in response to Mexico’s increasing water scarcity, which poses significant challenges to the construction materials industry.<\/p>\n The investment focuses on improving water resilience across Holcim’s operations while supporting broader sustainability goals. The company\u2019s strategy includes the use of recycled water, self-curing concrete, and a greater reliance on low-carbon products, reflecting the evolving standards for sustainability in the construction sector.<\/p>\n As water availability becomes a pressing issue, Holcim Mexico is stepping up its efforts to utilize treated wastewater and optimize processes to reduce freshwater consumption. From 2020 to 2025, the company has achieved a notable 58% reduction in freshwater use.<\/p>\n Currently, 71% of Holcim\u2019s production plants in Mexico incorporate recycled water, utilizing non-conventional water sources in various phases of production. Moreover, the company is engaging in rainwater harvesting, environmental restoration projects, and community infrastructure aimed at enhancing water management.<\/p>\n Innovative Construction Solutions<\/strong><\/p>\n In tandem with its water strategy, Holcim Mexico is also focusing on technological advancements that reduce water use during construction. One of their innovations is a self-curing concrete called I-dracreto, which needs less post-placement watering\u2014saving around 70 liters of water for each square meter applied. This could lead to a potential nationwide reduction of 232 million liters of water in construction projects, a volume comparable to 93 Olympic-sized swimming pools.<\/p>\n The company aims to close water cycles in both industrial operations and construction projects, reinforcing the resilience of watersheds while minimizing water availability risks.<\/p>\n Efforts Toward Decarbonization<\/strong><\/p>\n Holcim Mexico is among a select few companies worldwide that have validated Nature-Based Targets, a framework aimed at ensuring ecological harmony within industrial operations. Notably, in the Moctezuma basin, Holcim has exceeded its target of reducing freshwater extraction by achieving a 47% reduction instead of the planned 39%.<\/p>\n According to Mexico\u2019s National Water Commission, over 40% of the country faces varying degrees of drought, making Holcim’s commitment to sustainable practices even more critical.<\/p>\n Expanding Low-Carbon Construction Strategies<\/strong><\/p>\n Marking the 30th anniversary of its Construction Technology Innovation Center, Holcim Mexico has set out plans to advance low-carbon concrete and efficient construction technologies. The company\u2019s CEO emphasized the importance of modernizing material standards and enhancing regulations to boost competitiveness while promoting clean technologies.<\/p>\n Their ECOPact concrete and ECOPlanet cement are at the forefront of these efforts, with significant reductions in carbon emissions. Holcim aims for ECOPlanet to account for 77% of its sales by 2027.<\/p>\n In 2024 alone, these initiatives helped avoid 1.7 million tons of CO2 emissions, equivalent to the annual energy consumption of roughly 355,000 homes.<\/p>\n Electric Plant Launch<\/strong><\/p>\n Earlier this year, Holcim launched Mexico’s first fully electric ready-mix concrete plant in Zapopan, representing a 51 million peso investment. This facility, equipped with electric trucks and loaders, aligns with their strategy to cut emissions and move towards net-zero operations by 2050.<\/p>\n By electrifying this plant, Holcim anticipates annual reductions of 110,000 liters of diesel and 300 tons of CO2, as well as significant savings on energy costs.<\/p>\n With these proactive measures, Holcim Mexico continues to strengthen its position as a leader in sustainable construction practices while addressing pressing environmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Holcim Mexico’s Investment in Sustainable Construction and Water Management Holcim Mexico has declared an investment of approximately MX$356 million (about US$21 million) aimed at enhancing water management and low-carbon construction technologies by 2027. This initiative comes in response to Mexico’s increasing water scarcity, which poses significant challenges to the construction materials industry. 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