India's cement industry is a major source of CO2 emissions, and the country needs cleaner production methods to meet its climate goals. This article from Mint explains the main barriers to decarbonizing cement in India, including high costs of alternative materials, lack of policy incentives, and the slow adoption of technologies like LC3 cement. It also highlights efforts by companies like Ultratech and Dalmia to reduce their carbon footprint. The piece is worth reading for anyone tracking industrial decarbonization in emerging economies. It gives a grounded look at why progress is slow despite clear demand for low-carbon building materials. The discussion covers both technical hurdles and the missing policy push that could accelerate change.
