The largest independent organisation that works globally on behalf of the #cement & #clinker industry & its stakeholders.

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Joined June 2016
In our latest episode we talk to Loren Burnett, President and CEO of @prometheusmats about the company’s mission to reinvent cement and concrete using algae-based biological processes. Listen to the full episode here🔗bit.ly/4hyszTe
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As we celebrate 10 years of WCA, this episode looks back at a decade of transformation in the cement industry & the challenges and opportunities of the next ten years, as we talk to Wei Rushan, President of the WCA and Vice General Manager of CNBM Group: bit.ly/4AalNu7
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World Cement Assoc. retweeted
#Cement markets are being reshaped by more than construction demand. #Geopolitical fragmentation, #carbon regulation, overcapacity and cost pressures are redefining #competitiveness and #trade. Read at @EnergySPG: spglobal.com/energy/en/news-…
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The WCA is pleased to announce that Foton Motor has joined the Association as an Associate Corporate Member. Read the full press release here: bit.ly/4zenGFN
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In this episode we talk to Guillaume Lane, Engagement and Impact Lead at @CAFACollective, about the critical role industry associations play in accelerating climate action across hard-to-abate sectors. Listen here: bit.ly/4g75Pbb
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The WCA concluded its 9th General Assembly, held virtually on 21 July. The GA brought together WCA Member organisations to review the Association's achievements over the past year, approve key resolutions, and discuss priorities for the year ahead: bit.ly/451EaDr
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In this episode of The Clinker Factor we talk to Sinem Demir Duru from the International Finance Corporation, about the role of finance, policy, and industry collaboration in accelerating the decarbonisation of the global cement sector. Listen here: bit.ly/3RBKbTY
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It is our pleasure to invite you to attend the WCA General Assembly 2026, to be held virtually on 21 July. The GA provides a unique opportunity to hear about the Association's achievements, future priorities, and listen to industry experts: bit.ly/3TdvGpS
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In this episode we talk to Julie Larsen & Roger Hubeli, Co-Principals of APTUM and Associate Professors at Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, about the intersection of architecture, materials research, and innovation in the built environment: bit.ly/3QkUY4v
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Last week, WCA CEO Philippe Richart had the pleasure of attending the Sinoma International Green Intelligence Innovation Exchange Conference held in Chengdu, Sichuan, on May 19 2026.
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The WCA is pleased to welcome alcemy as an Associate Corporate Member, strengthening the Association's growing network of technology leaders driving efficiency and sustainability across the cement and concrete industry: bit.ly/4f7cGSZ
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In this episode of The Clinker Factor we talk to Markus Kritzler, CEO of Carbon Upcycling Technologies, about the changing dynamics of the global cement and materials sector and the growing role of SCMs in industrial decarbonisation: bit.ly/4uv6VDA
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Today marks the 10th anniversary of the WCA, a milestone that reflects a decade of profound transformation for both the global cement industry and the wider world economy. Read the full press release here: bit.ly/3RLn1Kw
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We were pleased to welcome our exhibitor, Material Digital Intelligence Research Institute (MDIRI), and recognise their contribution to advancing digital intelligence across industrial sectors 👏
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We were delighted to welcome our exhibitor, SiloConnect, and highlight their innovative contribution to smarter, data-driven logistics in the cement industry 👏
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It was a pleasure to welcome our exhibitor, alcemy, and recognise their contribution to advancing AI-powered innovation in the cement and concrete industries 👏
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We would like to extend our warm appreciation to our exhibitor, @fivesgroup, for their valued participation and support throughout the conference 👏We also appreciate the contribution of Farah Diab, who joined the session 'Manufacturing Excellence: Unlock Plant Full Potential.'
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