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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2025 · 33 MIN

Concrete change: why decarbonising cement is key with Eco Material Technologies

from Shaken Not Burned · host Felicia Jackson and Giulia Bottaro

Cement might not be sexy, but it is responsible for 8% of global emissions – and it's in everything from critical infrastructure to homes. It's fundamental to development and its decarbonisation is critical to net zero success.This week, Felicia dives into the future of construction with Grant Quasha, CEO of Eco Material Technologies, the largest supplier of low-carbon cement alternatives in North America.They unpack how industrial waste like coal ash and steel slag are being transformed into sustainable building materials, why AI is reshaping power and construction demands, and how policy and carbon tariffs are influencing the green building revolution.Tune in to learn:How blended cements are taking over the marketWhy AI data centres are changing how we buildWhat carbon tariffs mean for the future of materialsAnd how cost-efficiency and sustainability can finally alignIt’s not just about reducing emissions – it’s about rethinking what we build with, for generations to come.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn, TikTok and Instagram – and why not spread the word with your friends and colleagues?

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Cement might not be sexy, but it is responsible for 8% of global emissions – and it's in everything from critical infrastructure to homes. It's fundamental to development and its decarbonisation is critical to net zero success. This week, Felicia dives into the future of construction with Grant Quasha, CEO of Eco Material Technologies, the largest supplier of low-carbon cement alternatives in North America. They unpack how industrial waste like coal ash and steel slag are being transformed in...

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