Emirates Steel Arkan, A³&Co. collaborate for cement decarbonization ahead of COP28

Emirates Steel Arkan, A³&Co. collaborate for cement decarbonization ahead of COP28

ABU DHABI, 29th November, 2023 (WAM) -- Contributing to the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative, Emirates Steel Arkan (ESA), one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, announced its strategic collaboration with renowned climate consulting firm A³&Co. to drive an innovative decarbonization initiative across its Al Ain Cement Factory. The partnership, announced ahead of COP28, positions ESA’s cement operations at the forefront of sustainability, aligning seamlessly with the Group’s decarbonization targets and setting the stage for a transformative approach to Green Cement production.

The collaboration between Emirates Steel Arkan and A³&Co. is geared towards implementing a cement specific decarbonization roadmap, with a primary focus on both reducing carbon emissions while lowering costs. This multi-phase initiative includes Decarbonization Baselining, Decarbonization Scenario Building & Roadmap, CBAM Compliance, and advisory support for SBTi Carbon Footprint Certification.

Hugo Losada, CEO of Building Materials, an Emirates Steel Arkan company, said, “Emirates Steel Arkan is an industry market leader in innovating and embracing green solutions that help decarbonize the sector’s value chain, setting a benchmark for sustainable and environmentally friendly steel and building materials. We are proud to be at the forefront of promoting sustainable cement decarbonization within the UAE