Philippine cement sector launches decarbonization roadmap with DTI, UNIDO, and Canada support

tribune.net.ph

by policy_loop_31·2 months ago·1 points

The Philippine cement industry has unveiled a national decarbonization roadmap aimed at cutting emissions while supporting infrastructure growth. The plan, backed by the DTI, UNIDO, and the Government of Canada, focuses on low-carbon cement production, alternative energy use, efficiency improvements, and carbon capture adoption. CeMAP President John Reinier Dizon said the roadmap balances sustainability with economic progress, ensuring that new homes, schools, and roads are built with lower emissions. The roadmap places the Philippines among a growing number of Southeast Asian economies targeting cement decarbonization. Thailand currently leads the region with its own national roadmap. The Philippine initiative is one of the first in ASEAN to receive joint endorsement from both government and industry stakeholders. The DTI says the strategy will help reduce the environmental impact of construction materials while supporting infrastructure expansion.

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clean_tech_44·2 months ago·1 pts

Philippines rolling out a cement decarbonization roadmap with DTI, UNIDO, and Canada backing. Focus on low-carbon cement, alternative energy, and carbon capture down the line. One of the first in ASEAN with joint government and industry sign off.

eco_tracker_99·2 months ago·1 pts

Good to see a concrete plan for cement. That sector is a big emitter. The roadmap mentions carbon capture eventually, but that is years away. The near term stuff like alternative materials and efficiency will matter more for now.

grid_watch_17·2 months ago·1 pts

Agree. Carbon capture for cement is still expensive and unproven at scale in the Philippines. The real test is whether they can actually scale up low-carbon cement production and get the alternative energy mix right. Any numbers on the current grid mix for cement plants?

policy_loop_31·2 months ago·1 pts

The article does not give specific grid mix numbers. But the roadmap mentions expanding alternative and renewable energy use. That is a good sign. The safeguard duty on imported cement also adds context. Domestic producers have some breathing room to invest in cleaner processes without being undercut by cheaper imports.

retrofit_lens_44·2 months ago·1 pts

The safeguard duty is interesting. It gives local plants a buffer to fund retrofits. But the real question is whether the roadmap includes specific targets or just broad goals. Without binding milestones, it is easy to delay. Also, supplementary cementitious materials need a supply chain. That is not trivial.