Agenda Announced for 3rd Annual ACA Sustainability Summit

WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 14, 2025) — The American Cement Association’s (ACA) Sustainability Summit, a virtual event happening August 26-28, 2025, will feature industry experts addressing the government’s permitting process and the impact it’s having on the advancement of  alternative fuels, making the most out of working with lower-carbon cements at construction sites, why it’s still “all systems a go” on CCUS development despite recent funding cuts, and much more.

“Flexibility is how industries handle significant shifts in presidential administrations and their priorities,” said Mike Ireland, ACA’s President and CEO. “While 2025 has brought landmark changes in Washington that directly affect cement companies, the industry’s top goal of decarbonization remains the same.

“Aside from spotlighting sustainability efforts, this year’s summit focuses in part on how the industry is aligning with today’s policies and politics, while keeping its environmental objectives very much in its sights,” said Ireland. Highlights of this year’s summit include:

• Harnessing biomass and other alternatives for kiln fuel — How tree stumps, bark, sawdust, and even discarded tires can be recycled and reused safely to reduce combustion emissions and fortify resilient concrete.
• The rise of lower-carbon blended cements — From laboratory research to real-world applications, industry professionals share their experiences and best practices.
• Advancing Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) — Understanding why CCUS remains a top decarbonization priority and how new tax incentives are accelerating investment.

The full agenda and registration details for the 2025 Sustainability Summit are available here.

2025 ACA Virtual Sustainability Summit
Dates: August 26–28, 2025
Time: Noon to 2:30 EDT each day

Interactive Sessions: Day 1 and 2 | 3-4:30 EDT

There is no registration fee, but seats are limited.