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executed during the environmental licensing process of this unit over the past 12 months . Archaeological artifact expositions and art-education activities with children were used to explain and inform the population about aspects related to the limestone site mining and the cement factory in the city . In these workshops , which had an impressive attendance , themes such as technology that will be used , location of the enterprise , environmental impacts and programs were discussed .
When it comes to operational efficiency and environmental impact control , São Luís unit is supplied with the latest technology and low-energy consuming equipment . High-performance capture systems have also been employed , providing rigorous particulate emissions control .
Cimento Bravo promotes another relevant contribution to carbon dioxide emissions reduction . In partnership with Queiroz Galvão Siderurgia , CIMAR has adopted a competitive and sustainable utilization of slags from the Maranhão state ’ s steel industry , located in the city of Açailândia . This pig iron byproduct is considered a strategic input , vital for the factory ’ s competitivity . Besides , its use results in positive outcomes , which are
“ The Paripiranga [ Bahia state ] unit is one of the projects anchors ”
– Rogerio Notare , director president of CPP
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