| Holcim US, United States: Envirocore™: recycled or co-processed content
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Project description, activities and results
In a highly competitive market, Holcim US developed the Envirocore™ family of products as an integral part of its eco-efficiency program. Envirocore™ products contain material that has been recycled or co-processed. The range includes composite cements, supplementary cementitious materials (slag cement or fly ash) and masonry cements. These are marketed via a dedicated website, which also provides guidance on sustainable construction and sustainable building standards, including LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) – a benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings.
In particular, GranCem, a composite cement promoted by Holcim US and St. Lawrence Cement in Canada, is the preferred brand for many large-scale projects, not only for its durability and mass concrete applications but also because it is a significant help to builders obtaining LEED certification.
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