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Reagan's 1987 Tariffs on Japan: Impact & Trade Lessons
April 13, 2025

Reagan's 1987 Tariffs on Japan: Impact & Trade Lessons

 In 1987, President Ronald Reagan imposed a significant 100% tariff on selected Japanese electronics. At the time, this move was widely seen as bold and controversial. Understanding the rationale behind this action provides insight into the c…
McKinley’s Tariffs: A Lesson from History
March 9, 2025

McKinley’s Tariffs: A Lesson from History

As the U.S. once again debates the use of tariffs to protect domestic industries, history offers a valuable case study in how such policies play out over time. President William McKinley, one of the staunchest advocates for protectionism in U.S. his…
Type IL Cement and the PCA: Environmental Progress or Economic Strategy?
March 2, 2025

Type IL Cement and the PCA: Environmental Progress or Economic Strategy?

Federal Incentives and Policy Drivers for Type IL CementDuring 2019–2024, multiple federal actions incentivized the cement industry’s shift to Type IL (Portland-Limestone Cement). Congressional legislation explicitly promoted lower-car…
The Next Gold Rush Is Blue
Oct. 6, 2024

The Next Gold Rush Is Blue

The Global Water FootprintWater is everywhere, yet it's the commodity we most take for granted. From the ice caps to tropical rainforests, water is the heartbeat of our planet.But how much do we use and what does that mean for the future? Let's …
Banks Back Nuclear Energy
Sept. 29, 2024

Banks Back Nuclear Energy

Plant Vogtle | southernnuclear.com At the Concrete Logic Podcast, we've always advocated for nuclear energy as the practical, common-sense solution to meet the world's skyrocketing energy demands. Whether it's fueling the enormous appetite …
Will U.S. Cement Repeat British Steel’s Downfall?
Sept. 15, 2024

Will U.S. Cement Repeat British Steel’s Downfall?

In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, the transformation of the British steel industry provides a compelling case study with significant implications for the U.S. cement industry. By understanding the forces driving these changes, indust…
The $800 Million Low Carbon Transportation Materials Program: A Subsidy Leading to Inflation?
Sept. 1, 2024

The $800 Million Low Carbon Transportation Materials Program: A Subsidy Leading to Inflation?

(https://www.holcim.us/ecopact) The Federal Highway Administration recently announced an $800 million initiative through the Low Carbon Transportation Materials Program. This program aims to reimburse road builders for using products that c…