Cemex, Liwayway partner for sustainable plastic waste mgmt

Cemex Holdings Philippines Inc., through Cemex’s Regenera waste management solutions, and snack foods giant Liwayway Marketing Corp. have teamed up for better management of plastic waste.

The partnership is strategically designed to help address the pressing environmental issue of plastic waste in the country.

Under the deal, Liwayway will be able to channel postconsumer plastic packaging waste to Cemex’s Solid Cement plant for co-processing.

Co-processing converts plastic wastes into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement production, effectively turning waste into valuable resources.

Further, co-processing helps divert solid waste products from landfills and waterways, providing an additional effective solid waste management solution for Liwayway and a significant source of energy to support Cemex’s operations.

“At Cemex, we are committed to solving environmental challenges and pursuing innovative solutions. Our partnership with companies like Liwayway translates this commitment into action. It demonstrates our solid efforts at ensuring we promote responsible business and elevate industry standards,” said Luis Franco, Cemex Philippines president and CEO.

This significant reduction in waste underscores Cemex and Liwayway commitment to environmental stewardship and showcases circular economy principles in industrial operations.

Cemex is a global construction materials company that is building a better future through sustainable products and solutions.

It is committed to achieving carbon neutrality through relentless innovation and industry-leading research and development.

The company is pioneering ways to increase the use of waste and residues as alternative raw materials and fuels in its operations withthe use of new technologies.