GCCA – Global Cement and Concrete Association Risk Report

📜 Innovation & R&D

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has been active in driving innovation within the cement and concrete industry, aiming to achieve a more sustainable and low-carbon future. They have launched several initiatives and challenges to encourage new technologies and strategies. Notably, an emphasis on decarbonization and the development of a low-carbon rating system highlights ongoing efforts towards industry transformation.

• The GCCA announced the launch of the industry's first low-carbon rating system for cement/concrete products 🗓 on April 24, 2025, marking a significant stride towards sustainability.
• On April 1, 2025, the GCCA unveiled a decarbonisation plan specifically for the Indian cement industry, aiming for net-zero CO2 by 2070.
• The Innovandi Open Innovation Challenge 2025 was launched on February 24, 2025, encouraging projects aiming for net-zero concrete.
• On October 31, 2024, the GCCA India partnered with Xynteo to further decarbonisation efforts, showcasing the association's commitment to sustainable practices.
• The GCCA launched a Green Cement Technology Tracker with LeadIT 🗓 on July 20, 2023, underscoring their commitment to technological advancement.

🏅 Awards & Recognition

The GCCA has received notable recognition for its efforts to advance the concrete and cement industry's sustainability measures through awards and competitive challenges. This recognition underscores the importance of its initiatives to drive environmental improvements in the industry.

• The GCCA announced the winners of its "Concrete in Life" photography competition on March 26, 2024, highlighting the material’s distinguishing roles and beauty worldwide.
• Winners were announced in a prestigious GCCA photo competition on February 16, 2023, focusing on highlighting concrete's essential role in the world.