Lehigh Hanson’s goal of Energy Reduction and Climate Protection is achieved in many ways:
We are experimenting with the use of Biodiesel in our ready mix fleet to reduce dependence on petroleum and also to reduce harmful emissions. Read more. Vegetable-based hydraulic fluids are currently used in many pieces of equipment to mitigate harmful effects to the environment resulting from spills or accidents.
All raw materials utilized in the manufacturing process of cement and concrete are acquired from local sources (as per LEED definition), which reduces emissions and energy consumption associated with transporting materials.
Lehigh Hanson develops, manufactures, distributes and utilizes innovative environmentally friendly cements such as InterCem and EcoCemPLC.
We have instituted a region-wide No-Idling policy to reduce harmful emissions caused by the unnecessary idling of trucks, cars and equipment.
Optimized locations and computer-assisted dispatch for Ready Mix Plants allow for efficient and environmentally friendly product delivery.
Lehigh Hanson is currently investigating the Carbon sequestering potential of reclaimed lands with biosolids.