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Why is cement so hard to decarbonize?

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Roughly two-thirds of its CO2 is released by limestone chemistry (calcination), not fuel — so even a zero-carbon-fuel kiln still emits. Deep cuts need less clinker per tonne (SCMs) or carbon capture.

From our guide: Decarbonizing Cement — full context, charts and sources there.

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Inzonex removable modular insulation on industrial equipment
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  • Typical payback under 2 years (some 9–11 months)
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Source: Inzonex Carbon Hub — inzonex.co.uk/carbon · prices dated as shown on each figure · schedule per Regulation (EU) 2023/956 · indicative analytics, not compliance advice.