The American Cement Association has introduced its first Blended Cement Awards program, celebrating construction projects that use blended cement for lower carbon footprints. In 2025, blended cement accounted for about 65 million metric tons in the US, nearly double that of traditional portland cement, up from just 5% of the market in 2021. The awards will honor projects in categories like portland-limestone cement (Type IL) and portland-slag cement (Type IS), with entries open until August 7, 2026. This initiative highlights the rapid shift toward blended cements in the US, driven by their proven durability and reduced emissions. The ACA aims to showcase how material innovation and collaboration can make concrete structures more sustainable. For the carbon market and climate community, this signals a tangible trend in industrial decarbonization where adoption is outpacing policy timelines.
