EEA: EU industry lags behind in decarbonisation
The European Environment Agency (EEA) has published a new report highlighting that the European Union’s industrial sectors — including the cement industry — are progressing too slowly toward climate goals.
Since 2015, greenhouse gas emissions from energy-intensive industries have fallen by only around 1%, while achieving the Net-Zero by 2050 target requires annual reductions of 5–7%.
According to the EEA, incremental improvements — such as kiln upgrades or energy efficiency measures — are no longer sufficient. Deep technological transformation is needed, involving the use of alternative fuels, secondary raw materials, electrification of production, and large-scale deployment of CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage) systems.
The report also highlights the cement sector as one of Europe’s major CO₂ emitters, despite ongoing investments in decarbonisation and process optimisation.
CemNet: EEA report paints a sobering picture of industrial decarbonisation
Switzerland: cement demand continues to grow
At the same time, Switzerland shows a more positive trend. According to Cemsuisse, cement deliveries increased by 7% in the third quarter of 2025, reaching 0.98 Mt, signalling renewed activity in infrastructure and residential construction.
Experts at Global Cement link this growth to government-backed programmes focused on sustainable development and building renovation.
Global Cement: Swiss cement deliveries rise by 7%
Our focus
At EASTGAS, we see Europe’s cement industry standing on the threshold of structural transformation. Producers are actively seeking low-carbon materials that combine durability, performance, and sustainability.
We supply Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GBFS) and Air-Cooled Slag (ACS) — environmentally friendly supplementary materials that help reduce CO₂ emissions in cement and concrete by up to 40%.
Our products meet the requirements of CBAM and the European Green Deal, ensuring certified quality, stable supply, and a tangible contribution to the decarbonisation of Europe’s construction sector.