Cement Manufacturing Enforcement Initiative | US EPA
Cement plants are a significant source of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxide and carbon monoxide, which are associated with the following health and environmental impacts: Nitrogen …
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Environmental Effects of Cement Production: A Review
Grey HH, Canter L (2011) Plants environmental impact assessments for cement plants, (May) Google Scholar Ding L, Chen KL, Cheng SG, Wang X (2015) Water ecological carrying capacity of urban lakes in the context of rapid urbanization: a case study of East Lake in Wuhan. Phys Chem Earth, Parts A/B/C 89–90:104–113
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Environmental sustainability assessment of microbial …
To assess the environmental impacts various researchers used LCA to quantify the environmental impact of concrete [20, 28, 35], a widely accepted method for evaluating the …
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Environmental impact of cement production and Solutions: …
Realization on the damaging impact of cement industry on the environment and mankind, efforts has been continuously taken to reduce the pollution caused by the industrial activity. According to Jadoon et al [44] the dust emission pathways can be reduced by repeated spraying of water, oil, or other soil stabilization materials.
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Concrete
Concrete: its ingredients and impacts. Concrete is a mix of several different materials: water, fine aggregates (or sand), coarse aggregates (or gravel), chemical additives, and, most importantly, cement. Cement is what …
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Environmental Impact Assessments for Cement Plants
The objective of this Technical Note is to describe the necessary Bank requirements for the content and disclosure of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), with a focus on the particular issues related to cement plants. This Technical Note is a basic document and is designed to assist borrowers (project sponsors) in understanding what IDB requires on an …
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ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR READY MIXED …
captive batching plants and/or concrete produced in and procured from commercial ready-mixed concrete plants. It does not cover the placing, compaction, curing or protection of concrete after delivery. 5. Conclusion Ready Mix Concrete is a modern technique of production of concrete in massive quantities away from the actual site of placing.
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Environmental assessment in concrete industries
It can be mixed on-site (in loco), in stationary equipment, in concrete plants, or a concrete mixer truck (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas - ABNT, 2012). The concrete from batching plants is that prepared in industries and transported to the construction site by concrete mixer trucks. ... LCA was used to assess environmental impacts ...
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Building the modern world: Concrete and our environment
The environmental impact of concrete, however, goes further than the large amount of CO2 released into the atmosphere through cement production. ... As a fast-growing plant, one ton of harvested hemp will have absorbed two tons of CO2, so this carbon gain is …
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(PDF) Variability of environmental impact of ready-mix concrete…
For some impact categories the variability is dominated by differences among concrete plants (mix design, cement type and operational conditions), while for others the dominant variation comes ...
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Cement and Concrete: The Environmental Impact
According to the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, each pound of concrete releases 0.93 pounds of carbon dioxide. Since concrete is such a widespread item, the amount of CO2 released in the industry continues to …
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Circular solutions vital to curb enviro harm from cement and concrete
The concrete industry is a major carbon emitter and polluter, with severe human health impacts. But circular solutions, including electrifying cement plants, making low-carbon cement, and bio ...
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Environmental impact of cement production and Solutions: …
These uninvited environmental issues cause distress to the lifestyle of mankind. Therefore, enhancing the manufacturing technology of cement plant for cleaner production is …
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You don't want to live near a concrete batch plant. But TCEQ …
Though they produce one of the ubiquitous materials of cities, the concrete we pour for everything from sidewalks to stormwater pipes to skyscrapers, the unique combination of Houston's lack of zoning, the region's relentless outward growth and an overly permissive state environmental agency means that too many concrete batch plants are ...
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Top 5 Environmental Compliance Issues at …
Whether it's sustainable practices, Environmental Management Systems (such as ISO 14001 or NRCMA's Green-Star (which we helped to write BTW)), or even just staying ahead of new concepts like Environmental Justice, …
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Concrete
These SCMs include byproducts, such as fly ash from coal-fired power plants and granulated blast furnace slag from iron and steel production. Making concrete with net-zero emissions will require more ambitious actions, …
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Cut Carbon and Toxic Pollution, Make Cement Clean and …
Making cement also emits a lot of dangerous air pollution that's linked to an array of health harms; the cement industry is the third largest source of industrial air pollution such as sulfur ...
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It's hard to breathe with a concrete plant in your backyard
Though they produce one of the ubiquitous materials of cities, the concrete we pour for everything from sidewalks to stormwater pipes to skyscrapers, the unique combination of Houston's lack of zoning, the region's relentless outward growth and an overly permissive state environmental agency means that too many concrete batch plants are ...
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OpenConcrete: a tool for estimating the …
As such, a robust and methodological means of calculating the environmental impacts of concrete production which provides for specific conditions (e.g., kiln efficiencies, electricity mixes) will assist in understanding …
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EPA studying pollution effects of clustered Texas industries
EPA scientists went fishing to begin a study of how pollution from a group of concrete batch plants impacts human health. ... sets up a fish trap with employees of the U.S. Environmental ...
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A systematic review on the impact of cement industries on …
The negative health effects of cement plant exposure are well-known in industrial settings, but they are less well-known among the general public who live near plants. The broad objective of the review was to provide a detailed systematic analysis of the global situation of the cement industry, including generation, pollution, impact on the natural ecosystem, …
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How to Deal the Concrete Batching Plant Environmental …
The environmental impact of traditional concrete batching plants cannot be overlooked. However, eco-friendly batching plants offer a viable solution, addressing pressing environmental concerns. By adopting these innovative technologies, the construction industry can take a significant step towards sustainability.
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What is a Concrete Plant? (The Ultimate Guide)
Environmental impact: Concrete plants can have a negative environmental impact, as they produce emissions that contribute to air pollution. Safety: Concrete plants can be dangerous, as they operate at high temperatures and pressures. This is important to consider when working in or around a concrete plant.
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Concrete Batching Plant Environmental Impacts
Concrete batching plant environmental impacts have a profound impact on urban and rural development, residents, and even global environmental quality. The environmental problems generated during the operation of mixing plants are becoming increasingly prominent with the increasing demand for concrete.The issues have caused widespread concern.
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Why is concrete so damaging to the environment?
The rapid urbanisation of the past century has resulted in drastic biodiversity loss, as animals, plants, and fungi have found themselves and their ecosystems smothered under tonnes of concrete. As much as 80 per cent of urban spaces are covered by pavement or buildings, leaving little land for green spaces.
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How Is Precast Concrete Sustainable? The Environmental …
Additionally, some precast elements, such as structural columns, can be disassembled and reused in new construction projects, minimizing environmental impact. 6. Water Conservation. Concrete production requires significant water usage, but precast plants have developed advanced water recycling systems that minimize water consumption.
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Environmental risk assessment of concrete construction …
These factors exacerbate the environmental impact of construction activities and underscore the urgent need for effective Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA). ... A review of …
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The Environmental Impact of Cement Production: What …
Discover the environmental impact of cement production. Learn how the cement industry affects our planet and poses risks for your health. Skip to content. Main Menu. Home; ... Cement plants are notorious for releasing large amounts of dust and particulate matter into the air. This dust isn't just a nuisance—it's a major health hazard.
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Decarbonising cement and concrete production: Strategies, …
Implementing CCS in cement plants also provides a viable pathway for the industry to transition towards more environmentally friendly and low-carbon cement production. By capturing and storing CO 2, cement plants can continue producing this essential construction material while significantly reducing their environmental impact. This is crucial ...
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Polluting under the Radar: Emissions, Inequality, and …
type of industrial facility, concrete batch plants, and analyze PM emissions and siting patterns of 131 plants located in Harris County, Texas. We find that concrete batch plants in Harris County are collectively a major pollution source, contributing between 38 and 111 tons of primary PM 2.5 emissions (between 26%−76% of PM 2.5 from the
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