Updates From The Indian Cement Industry

Dalmia Cements:
Q4 Results
Cement manufacturer Dalmia Bharat said its fourth-quarter profit more than doubled, aided by easing fuel prices and a pick-up in demand.
Consolidated net profit rose to Rs 589 crore ($71.90 million) in the quarter ended March 31 from Rs 266 crore a year earlier.
The company's revenue from operations rose 15.7% year-over-year to Rs 3,912 crore.
The total expenses stood at Rs 3,605 crore, with the power and fuel costs for the quarter falling to Rs 871 crore from Rs 873 crore.

Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd (DCBL), a subsidiary of Dalmia Bharat, executed definitive agreements with JAL for the acquisition of JP Super Cement plant in Uttar Pradesh at an enterprise value of Rs 1,500 crore and costs and expenses of up to Rs 190 crore.

UTCL:
UltraTech Cement announced that it has commissioned 2.2 mtpa Brownfield expansion at its grinding unit at Patliputra, Bihar. With this, the units grinding capacity has increased to 4.7 mtpa. The company’s total grey cement manufacturing capacity in India now stands at 129.15 mtpa.

Environmental Product Declarations And The Construction Industry

Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are standardized and verified reports that provide comprehensive information about the environmental impact of a product or service throughout its entire life cycle. EPDs are developed in accordance with ISO 14025 and are based on a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach, which takes into account the environmental impact of a product from raw material extraction to disposal.

The construction industry is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, making it a key sector for promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact. EPDs can be an important tool for the construction industry to measure and report the environmental impact of their products and to improve their sustainability performance.

EPDs can be used to communicate transparently about the environmental impact of construction products, providing information to customers, investors, and regulators about the sustainability of construction materials and products. This information can be used to make more informed decisions about product selection and can contribute to a more sustainable built environment.

EPDs can also be used to support sustainability certification programs, such as LEED and BREEAM, which require EPDs as part of their certification process. By producing EPDs, the construction industry can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and differentiate themselves from competitors.

EPDs can also be used to identify areas for improvement in the production process, helping to reduce the environmental impact of construction products. For example, by using more sustainable raw materials or improving energy efficiency in production processes, the environmental impact of construction products can be reduced.

In summary, EPDs are an important tool for the construction industry to measure, report, and improve their environmental performance. They can support sustainability certification programs, provide valuable information to customers, and help promote a more sustainable built environment.

Reducing CO2 Emissions With Green Electricity In Cement Manufacture

During cement production, the chemical process, whereby limestone is heated and combined with various components to produce clinker, is responsible for around 60% of CO2 emissions, while the remainder (around 40%) is released during the combustion of fuels to activate the chemical process.

During cement production, the chemical process of heating limestone and combining it with various components to produce clinker is responsible for around 60% of CO2 emissions, while the remaining 40% is released during the combustion of fuels to activate the chemical process. One way to reduce these emissions is to substitute green electricity in place of fossil fuels. Here's how:

    Use of renewable energy: The first step in substituting green electricity for fossil fuels is to switch to renewable energy sources, such as wind or solar power, to generate electricity for the cement production process. This can be achieved by installing on-site renewable energy systems or purchasing renewable energy from off-site sources.

    Electrification of production: The second step is to electrify the cement production process by using electric motors and equipment to power the production process. This can help to reduce emissions associated with the combustion of fossil fuels and increase the efficiency of the production process.

    Energy efficiency: The third step is to improve energy efficiency in the cement production process. This can be achieved by optimizing the production process to reduce energy consumption, using energy-efficient equipment and technologies, and implementing best practices for energy management.

    Carbon capture and storage: The final step is to capture and store CO2 emissions from the cement production process. This can be achieved through the use of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, which involve capturing CO2 emissions from the production process and storing them in underground storage facilities.

By substituting green electricity for fossil fuels, cement producers can significantly reduce their carbon footprint and mitigate the impact of the production process on the environment. This approach can also help to increase the energy efficiency of the production process and improve the sustainability of the cement industry as a whole. Additionally, by implementing carbon capture and storage technologies, cement producers can further reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to global efforts to address climate change.

UltraTech Cement Sales Figures For FY22-23

UltraTech Cement, one of India’s leading cement makers, has reported a 12% increase in consolidated sales volume to 105.7 million tonnes (MT) in FY2022-23 compared to 94 MT in FY221. The company’s total sales volume for the India market in FY23 was at 101.7 MT, up 13.63% compared to 89.5 MT a year ago1. UltraTech’s grey cement production in the domestic market was at 100.1 MT in FY23, reporting 13.75% growth while its white cement production was 1.5 MT, up 11%2. UltraTech’s overseas production, mainly grey cement was 4.4 MT in FY23.

UltraTech Cement has been able to achieve this growth due to its focus on innovation and sustainability3. The company has been working on developing new products that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly3. UltraTech Cement has also been investing heavily in research and development to improve its products and processes.