Arvind Pathak, Group Managing Director of Dangote Cement Plc, said Africa is well positioned to lead the next phase of sustainable industrial growth. He spoke after the Global Cement and Concrete Association CEO Strategic Dialogue in Madrid. The forum focused on how the cement industry can cut carbon emissions while expanding production to meet rising infrastructure demand across the continent. Dangote Cement has pledged to reduce its carbon emissions intensity by 20 percent by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. The company plans to use more alternative fuels, invest in renewable energy, improve operational efficiency, and optimize clinker content. Pathak also serves on the GCCA Board and emphasized that Africa's cement sector must accelerate decarbonization through technologies suited to local conditions. The article covers the industry's role in global climate action, including engagement at COP30 and initiatives like the Cement Breakthrough. It highlights the need for collaboration across governments, technology providers, and financiers to meet infrastructure demand while cutting emissions.
