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US cancels $500mn grant for California net-zero cement project

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) has revoked a $500 million grant initially awarded in December 2024 to National Cement for transforming its Lebec, California plant into the state’s first net-zero cement facility. The $891 million project aimed to produce limestone calcined clay cement, fuel operations with agricultural waste, and capture CO2 for underground storage. It was also expected to generate 20–25 permanent jobs. The DOE cited poor financial viability and weak taxpayer returns as reasons for withdrawing support, part of a broader rollback that saw 24 grants totalling $3.7 billion cancelled. Energy Secretary Chris Wright criticised the previous administration’s ‘lack of due diligence’ in approving the awards. Meanwhile, Steven Nadel of the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy called the cancellations ‘shortsighted’ and potentially regrettable. The initiative was among 33 industrial decarbonisation projects funded in 2023 and had already appeared on a DOE watchlist for possible termination earlier in 2025.

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Shree Cement signs MoU with RITES

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Shree Cement has entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with RITES Ltd, a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, to enhance its rail infrastructure network. Under this agreement, RITES will provide comprehensive services—from planning to commissioning—for upgrading, renovating, and establishing new rail connectivity across Shree Cement’s manufacturing units. The collaboration aims to facilitate efficient and sustainable transportation of raw materials and finished goods.

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UltraTech Cement shifts its marketing strategy

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As per a news report, UltraTech Cement has redefined its marketing strategy by focusing its efforts around first-time home builders, particularly in rural India, who now contribute 70 per cent to its B2C business. Moving beyond conventional advertising, the company introduced the ‘UltraTech Se Pucho’ initiative—a digital advisory platform that has provided personalised assistance to over 12 million users, guiding them through the complexities of home building.
Another impactful programme, ‘Yashasvi Sarpanch’, engaged grassroots leaders, receiving nearly 9,000 entries and strengthening community-level influence. The brand also launched the ‘Banega Toh Badhega India’ campaign, leveraging influencers and digital storytelling to highlight the emotional and aspirational aspects of home construction.
This campaign reached over 500 million people and reinforced UltraTech’s position as a catalyst in India’s development narrative. Together, these initiatives underscore UltraTech’s commitment to customer-centricity, innovation, and nation-building, solidifying its image as not just a cement provider but a trusted partner in the journey of creating homes and communities across India.

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India donates 225t of cement for Myanmar earthquake relief

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On 23 May 2025, the Indian Navy ship UMS Myitkyina arrived at Thilawa (MITT) port carrying 225 tonnes of cement provided by the Indian government to aid post-earthquake rebuilding efforts in Myanmar. As reported by the Global Light of Myanmar, a formal handover of 4500 50kg cement bags took place that afternoon. The Yangon Region authorities managed the loading of the cement onto trucks for distribution to the earthquake-affected zones.

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