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Lafarge’s Ultra Green Cement Helps Sustainable Mining in Kitimat
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Lafarge Canada, a leader in sustainable building solutions, has successfully delivered over 3000 truckloads of ultra low carbon cement from its ECOPlanet portfolio to BC’s Brucejack Mine. Since 2017, more than 145,000 tons of ECOPlanet T90 cement have been supplied, achieving a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to standard portland cement. This innovative cement enhances backfilling efficiency and performance, addressing both environmental concerns and operational needs in mining.
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Successfully delivered over 3000 truckloads of ECOPlanet cement to Brucejack Mine.
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KITIMAT, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
As a leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge Canada is making it easier for mining companies to extract material sustainably. And a new ultra low carbon cement - part of their ECOPlanet portfolio - has shown great success at BC’s Brucejack Mine with over 3000 truckloads delivered to date.
Brucejack Mine, British Columbia (Photo: Business Wire)
ECOPlanet is the company’s sustainable cement portfolio, providing reductions of CO2 emissions right up to 100%. Their use as a partial replacement for portland cement not only results in more durable, high-performance concrete but also lowers energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. “There’s no question that using sustainable materials is the only way to remedy our current climate crisis,” explains Brad Kohl, President & CEO of Lafarge Western Canada. “The ECOPlanet product series has a significant impact on the environment and delivers superior performance in a number of applications, including mining in sensitive regions.”
Since 2017, Lafarge Canada has supplied over 145,000 tons of ECOPlanet T90 cement to the Brucejack mine, a high-grade underground gold mine located 65 kilometers north of Stewart. ECOPlanet T90 is a specialized engineered blend of cementitious and other construction materials that allows for a more efficient and cost-effective solution for backfilling underground mines. And Brucejack’s custom T90 blend far exceeds the industry average of emissions, with a 90% reduction in CO2 over standard portland cement. “We reduce as much as we possibly can,” says Kohl. “When the opportunity is there, we take it.”
Brucejack Mine is a high-grade underground gold mine located 65 kilometers north of Stewart. Once the tailings are mined and extracted from underground, the onsite batch plant mixes the tailings with Lafarge’s T90, ECOPlanet cement used as paste backfill in the underground voids called stopes. The sustainable properties of ECOPlanet T90 are the primary benefit, but as Kohl explains, “The ECOPlanet T90 actually works with the mine tailings to provide a stronger, more durable fill.” Brucejack realized that ECOPlanet TerraFlow90 improved their fill performance as well as compared to pure portland cement - the reaction of Ecoplant T90 with the sulphide- and sulphate-bearing tailings led to an even stronger product.
“ECOPlanet is proven to work with no compromise on performance,” says Kohl. “We must protect and preserve the environment now, more than ever - and this is a huge step forward in that direction.”
About Lafarge
Lafarge is Canada’s largest provider of sustainable construction materials and a member of the global group, Holcim. With 6,000 employees and 350 sites across Canada, our mission is to provide construction solutions that build better cities and communities. The cities where Canadians live, work and raise their families along with the community’s infrastructure benefit from the solutions provided by Lafarge consisting of aggregates, asphalt and paving, cement, precast concrete, ready-mix concrete, and road construction. www.lafarge.ca
Jill Truscott Manager, Communications - Western Canada Lafarge Canada Inc. 300, 115 Quarry Park Road SE Calgary, AB T2C 5G9
Mobile: 403.354.5063
jill.truscott@lafarge.com
Source: Lafarge
FAQ
What is the ECOPlanet cement used for at Brucejack Mine?
ECOPlanet cement is used as a sustainable backfill solution in mining operations at Brucejack Mine.
How much ECOPlanet cement has Lafarge Canada supplied to Brucejack Mine?
Since 2017, Lafarge Canada has supplied over 145,000 tons of ECOPlanet T90 cement to Brucejack Mine.
What are the environmental benefits of ECOPlanet cement?
ECOPlanet cement can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 100%, making it a sustainable choice for construction.
What is the CO2 reduction achieved by ECOPlanet T90 compared to standard portland cement?
ECOPlanet T90 achieves a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to standard portland cement.
Who is the parent company of Lafarge Canada?
Lafarge Canada is a member of the global group Holcim.
