The ASEAN Federation of Cement Manufacturers (AFCM) Special Council meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, saw the unanimous election of Dr Chana Poomee, Chairman of the Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) has been elected as President of the ASEAN Federation of Cement Manufacturers (AFCM) for the 2025–2027 term. Reaffirming TCMA’s leadership in sustainability. TCMA’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 has been widely recognised as a regional model. Key initiatives include the Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap, the successful promotion of low-carbon hydraulic cement, and the SARABURI SANDBOX LOW CARBON CITY, an innovative Public-Private-People Partnership (PPP) model. Additionally, TCMA’s collaborations with local cement manufacturers and prestigious international organisations have set a benchmark for sustainable industry practices.
Four Key Strategies for AFCM’s Decarbonisation Efforts
1. Accelerating the AFCM Decarbonisation Roadmap – Establishing a structured framework to enable AFCM member countries to collaborate with their respective governments in reducing carbon emissions within the cement industry.
2. Regional Integration for Collective Action – Leveraging the unique strengths and capabilities of each AFCM member country to ensure a unified and dynamic approach to sustainable industry practices while aligning with global trends.
3. Strengthening Government Cooperation within ASEAN – Enhancing collaboration with policymakers to create effective mechanisms for decarbonisation progress.
4. Engaging with Global Organisations – Partnering with world-class institutions such as the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and the World Economic Forum to facilitate technology transfer, innovation, and access to green funding for decarbonisation projects in ASEAN.
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February 26, 2025
