SCG launches its first SCG Low Carbon Super Cement in Vietnam

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SCG launches its first SCG Low Carbon Super Cement in Vietnam to accelerate Vietnam’s transition to a low-carbon economy

Ho Chi Minh city, June 17 th 2024 – Following the Vietnamese target of Net Zero by 2050, SCG, ASEAN’s leading conglomerate, announced the launch of the SCG Low Carbon Super Cement in Vietnam. The new product is a low-carbon cement produced by green technologies and sustainable practices that significantly minimizes carbon emissions during the production and use processes to meet sustainable building standards. Under the tagline “Building a Sustainable Life”, the innovation reflects SCG’s vision to deliver green building solutions for Vietnamese people, thereby expediting Vietnam’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

Mr. Tanakorn Theeramankong – Deputy Country Director – Vietnam, SCG, shared: “For the first time, SCG has introduced a new low-carbon cement to the Vietnamese market, marking a significant step forward in our journey to achieve net-zero emissions. By pursuing advanced technologies to develop low carbon cement, we not only reduce our environmental impact but also set a new standard for Vietnam’s construction industry. The eco-friendly cement product aligns with SCG’s Inclusive Green Growth strategy to shape a sustainable future for Vietnam and improve the quality of life of communities where it operates.”

SCG Low Carbon Super Cement is a top-quality and multi-purpose cement for diverse applications, from foundation to structure and plastering. SCG Cement-Building Materials (CBM) has adopted green technologies and sustainable practices to provide customers with a high-quality cement that is environmentally friendly, highly durable, and extremely homogenized.

First of all, SCG Low Carbon Super Cement has undergone a green manufacturing process that practically reduces carbon emissions by up to 20% compared to ordinary cement. To achieve this, SCG has improved its manufacturing processes to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. One initiative is utilizing alternative fuels to replace fossil fuels and increasing the proportion of renewable energy sources by installing waste heat recovery systems across factories to reduce carbon emissions stemming from the production of cement.

Thanks to these sustainable initiatives, the results from SCG’s laboratory show that every ton of SCG Low Carbon Super Cement is estimated to slash carbon emissions equivalent to the absorption of 12 mature trees within 1 year. With its low-carbon cement formula, SCG Low Carbon Super Cement offers a viable, environmentally friendly alternative to standard cement for making concrete. 

Besides eco-friendly features, SCG also focuses on improving the quality to create a strong and durable cement. The product continues to apply SCG Nano Tech, which develops particles of cement in the nanoscale range to create extremely tight bonding, which in turn reduces the quantity of pores during concrete making. This improvement is critical for construction projects since the pores formed during the mixing of concrete are the primary source of leaks and cracks, especially when exposed to harsh weather conditions. As a result, the projects are more durable and resilient to the impact of climate change.

By employing SCG’s exclusive Nano technology, SCG Low Carbon Super Cement boasts outstanding the compressive strength of concrete (MPa), which is 7% higher than other premium Portland Cement Blended (PCB40) and up to 45% higher than that of Vietnam’s cement standard, Technical Standards (TCVN) 6260:2020, for three days. With such exceptional strength and durability, the new cement is suitable to make sustainable, long-lasting buildings.

Another notable advantage is its homogenized smooth , beautiful surface, as the microscopic cement particles penetrate into the aggregate to minimize defects, cracks, and protrusions during the construction process. Meanwhile, super-flexible, super-adhesive mortar can save a lot of time and effort for wall construction, thereby bringing economic benefits to construction. A survey of over 100 reputable contractors and workers reveals that 80% of respondents highly appreciate this new product among the different cement lines on the market.

SCG Low Carbon Super Cement, which guarantees both high quality and environmental friendliness, is expected to suit the demands of homeowners, investors, contractors, and architects. The newly launched cement brand will be initially distributed in the southern localities of Ho Chi Minh City, Long An, Binh Duong, Dong Nai, Binh Thuan and other provinces.

Thanks to the considerable energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with cement production, the launch of SCG Low Carbon Super Cement is expected to pave the way for more local low-carbon cement production in the future. This is an indication of SCG’s commitment to implementing its Inclusive Green Growth strategy, which aims to expand its business through low-carbon innovations beginning this year. The new strategy is also in line with SCG’s ESG 4 Plus strategy, with a focus on collaborating with all stakeholders from the public and private sectors to accelerate the path to a low-carbon economy.

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Tanakorn Theeramankong – Deputy Country Director – Vietnam, SCG stated that this product is consistent with SCG’s Inclusive Green Growth strategy, with the goal of creating a sustainable future for Vietnam and improving the quality of community life.

About SCG

SCG, one of the leading conglomerates in the ASEAN region, comprises several core businesses: SCG Cement and Green Solutions (SCG CGS), SCG Distribution and Retail (SCG D&R), SCG Smart Living (SCG SL), SCG Chemicals (SCGC), SCG Decor (SCGD), SCG Packaging (SCGP), SCGJWD and SCG Clenergy. With more than 200 companies under its umbrella and approximately 57,000 employees, SCG began its business operations in Vietnam in 1992, creating and distributing innovative products and services to meet consumers’ current and future needs. 

Today, with 27 companies across Vietnam driven by over 16,000 employees, SCG offers a variety of premium products and services to the markets.

SCG Cement and Green Solutions provides a variety of cement-construction materials and green construction solutions. Prominent member companies such as Vietnam Construction Materials Joint Stock Company (VCM), Song Gianh Cement, and Buu Long contribute to this effort. SCG Green Choice certified green materials meet the needs of building houses in a safe, comfortable, and environmentally friendly manner.

SCG Smart Living, which includes SCG Concrete Tile and Prime – Ngoi Viet, provides smart solutions developed to serve modern lifestyles, promoting energy saving, safety, hygiene, and health protection to customers. 

Besides, SCG Decor (SCGD) offers advanced technology ceramic tiles, water heater tiles, and bathroom equipment under the famous brand, PRIME.

Additionally, SCG Distribution & Retail supports business network expansion and supply chain management across cement, construction materials, paper, packaging, raw materials, and industrial supplies. Notably, SCG Home stands out in this regard.

In the chemicals business, SCGC offers a full range of petrochemical products, from upstream production of olefins to downstream production of three main plastic resins: polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride. Additionally, it offers fabricated products such as pipes and fittings under notable industrial brands like LSP, Binh Minh Plastics, TPC VINA, and others.

In the packaging business, SCGP offers Packaging Paper, Fiber Packaging, Consumer and Performance Packaging (CPP), Foodservice Products, design, printing, and other diversified solutions under well-known brands such as Duy Tan, BATICO, SOVI, and others.

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