Green Cementech 2026 | Day 2 | Session VI B Alternative Fuels and Circular Economy in Cement Plants – II

The transition toward sustainable cement manufacturing is no longer centered on whether alternative fuels should be adopted, but rather on how effectively they can be integrated, managed, and scaled. As cement producers continue their decarbonization journey, the industry is increasingly focusing on operational reliability, fuel flexibility, and advanced processing technologies that support circular economy goals.

At Green Cementech 2026, Day 2 – Session VI B: Alternative Fuels and Circular Economy in Cement Plants – II, industry experts will explore the next phase of alternative fuel implementation, sharing insights into fuel preparation, handling systems, process optimization, and long-term sustainability strategies.

Driving Circularity Through Advanced Fuel Management

Alternative fuels such as RDF, TDF, biomass, industrial waste, and other non-fossil energy sources have become critical tools in reducing carbon emissions and landfill dependency. However, maximizing their benefits requires more than fuel substitution alone.

The session will focus on:

• Enhancing alternative fuel handling and feeding systems

• Improving system reliability and plant availability

• Increasing thermal substitution rates (TSR)

• Integrating diverse fuel streams into kiln operations

• Optimizing storage, dosing, and combustion efficiency

• Supporting circular economy initiatives through waste valorization

As fuel quality and composition vary significantly, robust engineering solutions are essential to ensure consistent kiln performance while maintaining environmental compliance and production efficiency.

Industry Leaders Sharing Practical Insights

The session will bring together renowned experts and industry leaders with extensive experience in cement manufacturing, alternative fuels, and sustainable operations.

Session Chairman

• Dr. Surrinder Handoo – Advisor, My Home Industries Private Limited

Speakers

• Mr. H. J. Nielsen – LV International Co. Ltd.

• Mr. Sunil Kumbhar – CEO, AltSF Process Pvt. Ltd.

• Mr. Uwe Weber – Product Development Manager, Fuller

• Mr. Sougata Mahanti – Counsellor, CII-Godrej Green Business Centre

Why This Session Matters

As the cement industry moves closer to its net-zero ambitions, the successful deployment of alternative fuels will play a defining role in reducing carbon intensity and improving resource efficiency.

This session offers an opportunity for plant operators, sustainability professionals, technical managers, and industry stakeholders to gain valuable knowledge on:

✅ Improving fuel handling precision and reliability
✅ Increasing operational flexibility for multiple fuel types
✅ Reducing fossil fuel dependence
✅ Strengthening circular economy initiatives
✅ Supporting long-term decarbonization goals

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Cement Manufacturing

Green Cementech 2026 continues to serve as a premier platform for collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange within the cement sector. Session VI B promises insightful discussions on the technologies, strategies, and operational practices that will enable cement plants to achieve higher efficiency, lower emissions, and greater sustainability.

The future of cement manufacturing lies in smarter resource utilization, stronger circular economy practices, and innovative alternative fuel solutions—and this session will showcase how industry leaders are turning those ambitions into reality.

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