Furthermore, Holcim cement is produced under environmentally optimized conditions, which focuses on a fuel mix employing alternative fuel methods. Thermal fuels, which are either carbon neutral or carbon reducing, are used for the production process thereby substantially reducing the entire carbon footprint. Holcim is continuously engaged in developing technologies and techniques to reduce its carbon footprint, while adding value to the customer's needs in terms of time savings, investment cost reduction due to a more cost effective product and services facilitating ease of construction.