In this follow-up episode, we dive back into the closing CCUS panel discussion that took place at this year’s EnviroTech in London. With the aim of exploring the ins-and-outs of CCUS, with a particular focus on upcoming projects in the UK, Senior Editor, David Bizley, was joined on stage by: Rachel Sutton, Interim CEO of Peak Cluster, Tolga Timirci, Head of Global CCUS Projects at Heidelberg Materials, and Tom Redfern, Head of Sustainability at Holcim UK.

Last episode included an introduction to the Peak Cluster project and the general environment surrounding CCUS in the UK. In this episode, we dive into the second-half of the discussion which was based around questions from our combined EnviroTech and World Pipelines CCS Forum audiences.

And if you missed the first half of this two-parter, make sure to check it out along with other episodes in our back catalogue.

This episode of the World Cement Podcast is a little different from the usual as it’s the first of a two-parter where we take a look back at the closing CCUS panel discussion from this year’s EnviroTech conference.

With EnviroTech 2026 taking place in London, this year’s CCUS panel discussion placed a special focus on projects taking place in the UK, like Hynet and Peak Cluster.

To give our audience insight into these projects, Senior Editor, David Bizley, put questions to a panel of experts: Rachel Sutton, Interim CEO of Peak Cluster, Tolga Timirci, Head of Global CCUS Projects at Heidelberg Materials, and Tom Redfern, Head of Sustainability at Holcim UK.

This first episode includes an introduction to the Peak Cluster project and a discussion the surrounding the challenges and opportunities facing CCUS in the UK.

Stay tuned for part two where we take questions from the EnviroTech and World Pipelines CCS Forum audiences.

In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Professor Leon Black of the University of Leeds to discuss the Safe, Sustainable, and Swift Reconstruction of Ukraine (S3RoU) project which is working to help rebuild the country as Russia’s illegal invasion stretches on past its four year anniversary.

Topics covered, include:

• The development of a novel concrete recycling technology
• The challenges of deployment.
• The potential for rolling out the process elsewhere.

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As the world’s second-largest producer of cement, India represents a significant and growing market that presents both challenges and opportunities. In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, David is joined by Dr S. B. Hegde, Professor of Civil Engineering from Jain College of Engineering to discuss the outlook for India’s cement industry over the coming year. Drawing on topics raised in Dr Hegde’s India-focused regional report published in the February issue of World Cement, areas covered include:

• Production growth & drivers of demand
• Rising utilisation rates
• The challenge of fuel price instability
• India’s decarbonisation efforts
• Highlights to expect over the coming years

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In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor, David Bizley is joined by Nicolas Pato, Team Leader for Industrial Tests & Implementation at Heidelberg Materials’ Global Research & Development and Innovation division.

David and Nicolas review Heidelberg Materials’ ReConcrete programme. They explore the origins of the programme, the technologies involved, the impact on carbon footprints, and what the future holds in store.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• The ‘genesis’ moment behind ReConcrete
• Pilot plants in Katowice and Górażdże
• The technology behind the process
• Dealing with regulations and standards
• Market demand
• The future of the programme

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In the World Cement Podcast’s final episode for 2025, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Imran Akram of IA Cement to review the state of the market over the course of the year and consider what’s in store for the industry in 2026.

Topics covered:

• 2025 market overview
• Winners and losers
• Prospects for 2026
• The overcapacity issue
• The impact of decarbonisation on trade

If you enjoy this episode, please make sure to rate, review and subscribe! And if this is your first time tuning into the World Cement Podcast then check out some of our previous episodes too – featuring interviews with leading cement producers, industry associations, and technical experts.

This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.

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In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, David Bizley is joined by Thomas Guillot, Chief Executive of the GCCA to discuss the state of the cement industry’s progress towards net zero and the findings of their recent Net Zero Action and Progress Report 2025/6.

Topics covered, include:

• Are we on track for net zero by 2050?
• The key technology levers for cement producers
• Policy wishlist
• Enabling decarbonisation in the Global South
• Looking ahead to 2035

As always, make sure to rate, review and subscribe. And if you want more World Cement Podcast but can’t wait for the next episode, then take a look at some of our other episodes from 2025, featuring leaders from across the cement industry.

This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.

Find out more at cemai.com

In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, David Bizley is joined by Scott Ziegler, CEO of CemAI to explore the role of AI & ML in the cement industry. This episode covers everything from changes in the control room, to dispelling fears around personnel replacement, and exploring the importance of adequate cybersecurity.

Topics covered include:

• The impact on operations and cement quality
• Key factors to consider when adopting AI
• Countering the myth of job losses – how AI can enhance personnel rather than replace them
• The importance of cybersecurity in the modern cement industry
• And more...

As always, make sure to rate, review and subscribe. And, if you haven’t already done so, why not check out our back catalogue of episodes from other leading players across the cement industry?

This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.

Find out more at cemai.com