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News From PCA - Updated 04.21.08
Infrastructure

Report Links Traffic Congestion to Wasted Fuel and Greater
Carbon Dioxide Emissions


Traffic congestion in United States wastes three billion gallons of fuel and contributes 27.2 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year, according to a report from the Portland Cement Association (PCA).

The overall economic impact of traffic delays adds up to $80 billion per year.
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Cement Outlook 2008
Economic conditions are changing rapidly. PCA now expects 2007 cement consumption will decline 6.9% followed by a 2.2% decline for 2008.

and listen to PCA Chief Economist Ed Sullivan's Webcast of his outlook for 2008 and beyond.
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Sustainable Leadership Awards
The annual Sustainable Leadership Awards will honor government leaders who advance sustainable development in their communities through the use of concrete and cement-based products.

Four categories will be recognized. The Leadership in Sustainability Policy Award honors public officials who advance policies that promote the concept of sustainable development by advocating for and promoting the use of concrete and cement-based products in their communities.

Additionally, three award categories honor specific projects in three areas: Homes and Residential Building, Non-Residential Building and Infrastructure.

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Concrete Thinking Briefing Kit


The cement industry is actively engaged and committed to sustainable development—a philosophy that focuses on meeting our construction needs today without depleting future resources.

PCA has developed a briefing kit to educate our peers, our customers, and the general public on the benefits of concrete for sustainable development.
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Sustainable Manufacturing
The 2008 annual report on sustainable cement manufacturing details the industry's progress and advances in environmental performance.
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