Cement Solutions for a Just Transition: Innovations from the Global South

Region-specific innovations and strategies are redefining how cement is produced, financed, and deployed in fast-growing Global South markets.

Cement demand is rising fastest in the Global South, where traditional decarbonization approaches don’t always translate. In this conversation, experts from India, Brazil, sub-Saharan Africa, and the U.S. will share scalable innovations and culturally aligned strategies that meet the unique needs of their regions, from low-cost materials to modular production to new financing pathways. This session will offer practical insights for companies, researchers, and governments looking to support and scale equitable cement decarbonization.