Cement Industry Needs 35-45% Emissions Cut for Net-zero by 2070
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Cement Industry Needs 35-45% Emissions Cut for Net-zero by 2070

The Indian cement sector, responsible for 5.8 per cent of the country’s total CO? emissions, requires the adoption of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) technologies to achieve a 35-45 per cent reduction in emissions and meet the net-zero target by 2070. This need was highlighted at a workshop organized by NITI Aayog at Vigyan Bhawan.

Titled "Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) in the Indian Cement Sector," the workshop brought together government officials, industry leaders, researchers, and academicians to discuss decarbonisation strategies. The Indian cement industry, with an installed capacity of 600 million tonnes and an annual production of 391 million tonnes, plays a critical role in the country’s infrastructure development and economy.

Prof Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister, stated that CCUS is an essential tool for addressing emissions in the cement sector, which is crucial for meeting India’s long-term climate goals. He stressed the need to balance economic growth with environmental targets and advance research and development to overcome challenges in decarbonizing this hard-to-abate sector.

Dr VK Saraswat, Member of NITI Aayog, noted that the cement industry is a key player in the Asia-Pacific region, which is witnessing rapid growth in the global cement market. He emphasised that carbon capture and utilization technologies, along with clean energy initiatives, are vital for reducing emissions in the cement sector. He also highlighted the role of carbon pricing and climate finance in supporting decarbonisation efforts.

India holds significant potential for CCUS, with regions like the Krishna-Godavari Basin, Deccan Traps, and mature oil and gas fields offering substantial CO? storage capacity. Innovative utilisation pathways, such as producing methanol, biodegradable plastics, and value-added chemicals, were discussed as potential solutions for creating a low-carbon future.

Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary of the Ministry of Power, shared that the government is preparing a comprehensive CCUS Mission to support these efforts. Ranjith Rath, CMD of Oil India, emphasised the need for innovative solutions and geo-sequestration techniques to mitigate emissions effectively.

The Indian cement sector, responsible for 5.8 per cent of the country’s total CO? emissions, requires the adoption of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) technologies to achieve a 35-45 per cent reduction in emissions and meet the net-zero target by 2070. This need was highlighted at a workshop organized by NITI Aayog at Vigyan Bhawan. Titled Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) in the Indian Cement Sector, the workshop brought together government officials, industry leaders, researchers, and academicians to discuss decarbonisation strategies. The Indian cement industry, with an installed capacity of 600 million tonnes and an annual production of 391 million tonnes, plays a critical role in the country’s infrastructure development and economy. Prof Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister, stated that CCUS is an essential tool for addressing emissions in the cement sector, which is crucial for meeting India’s long-term climate goals. He stressed the need to balance economic growth with environmental targets and advance research and development to overcome challenges in decarbonizing this hard-to-abate sector. Dr VK Saraswat, Member of NITI Aayog, noted that the cement industry is a key player in the Asia-Pacific region, which is witnessing rapid growth in the global cement market. He emphasised that carbon capture and utilization technologies, along with clean energy initiatives, are vital for reducing emissions in the cement sector. He also highlighted the role of carbon pricing and climate finance in supporting decarbonisation efforts. India holds significant potential for CCUS, with regions like the Krishna-Godavari Basin, Deccan Traps, and mature oil and gas fields offering substantial CO? storage capacity. Innovative utilisation pathways, such as producing methanol, biodegradable plastics, and value-added chemicals, were discussed as potential solutions for creating a low-carbon future. Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary of the Ministry of Power, shared that the government is preparing a comprehensive CCUS Mission to support these efforts. Ranjith Rath, CMD of Oil India, emphasised the need for innovative solutions and geo-sequestration techniques to mitigate emissions effectively.

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