Avoiding CO₂ emissions is at the heart of our strategy
The Compass to zero CO₂ roadmap prioritizes the avoidance of emissions in order to prevent CO₂ emissions from the outset. The aim is therefore to avoid emissions at source before they arise.
The avoidance strategy is based on three subprojects
We focus on avoiding CO2 and, as a first step, rely on proven technologies and established knowledge, developing these further and thus exploiting their full potential.
- the use of alternative fuels instead of fossil fuels
- the use of alternative raw materials that serve as substitutes for limestone, thereby preventing CO2 emissions during the process
- the use of alternative grinding materials, which leads to a reduction in the clinker content of cement through modern, energy-efficient technologies, plants, and processes
This has enabled us to reduce avoidable emissions in our plants by more than 50% to date.