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Recent news releases:

June 24 Portland Cement Association Announces Concrete Technology Webinar Series
  Portland Cement Association (PCA) is now making some its most popular courses available via the Internet.
June 15 Stability of U.S. Cement Industry at Risk
  Proposed cement industry regulation undermines the balance between environmental protection and economic viability.
May 19 Call for Abstracts: Concrete Bridge Conference
  Abstracts are due by July 15, 2009, for the 2010 Concrete Bridge Conference
May 14 Call for Entries: 2010 Concrete Bridge Awards
  PCA is seeking nominations for its 12th biennial Bridge Awards Competition, co-sponsored by Roads & Bridges magazine.
May 4 PCA Expects Stimulus Package to Impact Cement Consumption in 2010
  Stimulus program-related spending and a stabilizing economy in 2010 will lead to stronger cement consumption.
April 30 Concrete Pavement Highways Expected to Grow
  DOT staff in more than 50 percent of the states expect concrete’s share of paving to increase.
April 28 Cement Industry Honors Leaders in Environmental Improvement
  Six cement plants recognized for their commitment to improving the environment.
April 24 Concrete Associations Unite in Joint Sustainability Initiative
  Six concrete industry associations sign a memorandum of understanding to align sustainable development activities.
April 24 Nominations Deadline for 2009 Sustainable Leadership
Awards Extended

  PCA recognizes public officials who take the lead in building green.
April 22

Media Statement: Regarding EPA Proposed Modifications to National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants

April 6 Housing Recovery to Wait Until Mid-2010, Construction 2011
  According to a recent PCA report, the conditions needed for recovery to begin will not be in place until mid-2010.
March 25 Stimulus Funds Could Create Jobs Well Saving Future Tax Dollars
  As states schedule federal stimulus projects, it is an chance to create jobs as well as long-term infrastructure changes.
March 25 State Needs to Focus on Long-term Solutions with Stimulus Funds
  As states schedule stimulus bill projects, construction experts say California can make positive changes in its infrastructure.
March 25 State Needs to Focus on Long-term Solutions with Stimulus Funds
  As states schedule stimulus bill projects, construction experts say Nevada can make positive changes in its infrastructure.
March 25

Stimulus Funds for Could ‘Kick Start” South Carolina Job Growth

  Construction experts say infrastructure projects especially can bring an economic benefit to the people of South Carolina.
March 25 New England Could Maximize Stimulus Funds by Recycling Pavement
  Construction experts say the New England area could make the most out of stimulus funds by recycling existing roads.
March 25 Stimulus Funds Will Create Thousands of Jobs in Nebraska
  Construction experts say infrastructure projects especially can bring an economic benefit to the people of Nebraska.
March 25 Stimulus Funds Will Create Hundreds of Jobs in North Dakota
  As states schedule stimulus bill projects, construction experts say they can bring an economic benefit to North Dakota.
March 25 Stimulus Funds Will Create Thousands of Jobs in Minnesota
  Construction experts say infrastructure projects especially can bring an economic benefit to the people of Minnesota.
March 25 Smart Spending of Stimulus Funds Key to Long-term Projects
  Construction experts say it will be critical for the state of Washington to spend stimulus funds wisely.
March 25

Smart Spending of Stimulus Funds Key to Long-term Projects

  As states schedule federal stimulus projects, construction experts say it will be critical to spend those funds wisely.
March 25 Stimulus Projects to Create Jobs Throughout
the State of Kansas
  As states schedule federal stimulus projects, construction experts say they can bring economic benefits to Kansas.
February 19 Economic Stimulus Package A Start, But More Infrastructure Funding Needed
  Inadequate infrastructure investment has economic and environment impacts.
February 19 PCA Regional Seminar Explores Concrete Floors on Ground
  Concrete Floors on Ground is explored in depth in PCA's newest seminar:  Troubleshooting Concrete Floors on Ground.
February 3 Portland Cement Association Unveils Integrated Paving
Market Development Program
  PCA unveils a paving promotion initiative that benefits the industry, its customers and ultimately the motoring public.
February 3 Cement Consumption Could Increase with Stimulus Package
  Key to industry is “shovel ready” state and local projects.
February 2 Portland Cement Association Recognizes Public Officials Who Take the Lead in Building Green
  Nominations open for 2009 Sustainable Leadership Awards.
February 2 Definitive Concrete Technology Reference Guide Available in Print, CD
  Newly updated in 2008, Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures is the definitive reference on concrete technology.
February 2 Controlling Quality Key to Performance of Concrete Floors
  New PCA publication provides specific guidance and direction.
January 30 ‘Concrete Stimulus’ Advertising to Bolster Concrete Industry Profile
  New ad keeps concrete and cement-based products top of mind among Washington, D.C. decision makers.
January 29 Infrastructure Improvement Needed for Environment, Economy
  PCA supports the ASCE's call for immediate improvement of nation’s systems for water, transportation, and more.
January 23 Cement Industry Capacity Can Support Aggressive Infrastructure Stimulus
  PCA economist testifies before United States House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
January 20 One in Three Homeowners View Concrete as the Most Environmentally Friendly Material
  Durability, energy efficiency at top of the list when considering a new home.
January 20 Computer, Computer, on the Stand, What Home Is
the Most Energy Efficient in the Land?
  Touch screen computer allows Builders’ Show visitors to compare home energy costs.
January 20 Saving Energy = Saving Money for Concrete Show Home
  Insulating concrete walls used in net-zero energy home in Las Vegas.
January 20 Concrete Homes Call for Rethinking HVAC Equipment Choice
  New PCA software calculates proper HVAC equipment to maximize energy efficiency.
January 9 Smart Investment in Infrastructure Would Produce Jobs
throughout the Nation
  Key the creation of jobs is investment in infrastructure energy, health care, and education. 
 

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