Holcim Philippines said Wednesday it completed a P358-million investment in a new alternative fuel feeding system at its La Union plant to expand capacity and advance its decarbonization roadmap.
The project is designed to support lower-carbon operations by increasing the use of alternative fuels and reducing reliance on imported coal.
It said this promotes circular economy practices through waste co-processing, allowing the facility to replace traditional energy sources with more sustainable options.
The investment includes a modern feeding system, covered storage and upgraded conveying infrastructure. These improvements are expected to raise alternative fuel use and reduce carbon emissions by about 12 percent per ton of cementitious material produced, aligning with the Holcim Group’s commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050.
“This investment reflects our commitment to decarbonizing our operations while ensuring we remain ready to serve the market as demand recovers. By integrating more alternative fuels and modernizing our facilities, we are strengthening supply reliability and supporting more sustainable construction in the country,” Holcim Philippines president and chief executive Nicolas George said.
The company also carried out maintenance and reliability initiatives across its plants in 2025 to ensure operational readiness for 2026 and beyond.
These efforts are intended to strengthen the long-term viability of the La Union facility while supporting local jobs and a stable cement supply for the regional and national markets, it said.
The upgrades also support the Nationally Determined Contribution of the Philippines under the Paris Agreement by reducing industrial emissions and improving resource efficiency across the manufacturing sector.
