The future isn't written, it's built. Right here in Ste. Genevieve County.
Holcim is a pillar in the Ste. Genevieve community through support for economic development and our commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
Welcome to Ste. Genevieve
As the leader in building materials and solutions, we strive to ensure we live up to the responsibilities that come with our operations. Cement and ultimately, concrete, are vital building products that enhance our lives — our homes, schools, the roads we drive on and the buildings where we work.
Whether you are a long-time resident or new to the area, we want you to know that Holcim’s Ste. Genevieve cement plant is iconic as the most technologically advanced, as well as the largest, in the United States. One in five building projects in the U.S. contains Ste. Genevieve-produced cement because of the access our plant has to America’s river system, including the Mississippi River on its eastern border.
Our Holcim employees are our family. They live in the surrounding areas of Ste. Genevieve and Jefferson counties and are the backbone of our success. We are humbled to be a part of the Ste. Genevieve community and look forward to continuing to grow together.
Alan Greer
Plant Manager
Community
Holcim is the number one building solutions provider in the world and the leading cement producer in the United States. Our values are built on a continuous focus on health and safety in everything we do. The health and safety of our employees, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work are our top priority.
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry Food Drive
HWY 61 Road Cleanup Volunteer Day
Over the years, we have proudly contributed to our community. Some of those activities include:
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Supporting of the county fair’s 4-H Livestock Auction
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Donating more than 400 lbs. of food to four local food pantries as well as the county’s senior citizen nutrition center
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Hosting a food drive with St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry and Bloomsdale, Missouri
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Collecting over 40 bags of trash along US Hwy61 and the off-ramp to I-55 as part of our semi-annual Adopt-A-Highway cleanup
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Participating in fundraisers for the Rotary Club
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Hosting members of the Ste. Genevieve Chamber of Commerce’s leadership program
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Hosting an annual household hazardous waste cleanup for more than 10 years
Sustainability
Our state-of-the-art plant is one of the most environmentally efficient in the world and uses the latest environmental control technologies. For example, energy efficiencies at the Ste. Genevieve cement plant result in CO2 emissions (carbon dioxide) that are approximately 10–15 percent less than other cement manufacturing sources.
Our cement plant, located in Bloomsdale, (Ste. Genevieve County) Missouri was built from the ground up starting in 2006. We began production July 4, 2009. Today our plant is still the largest single line kiln in the world and a part of Holcim's US operations.
The Ste. Genevieve plant employs 250 individuals who support the production of more than 4.5 million metric tons of cement annually. Ste. Genevieve cement is distributed to markets along the Mississippi River and its connected rivers.
Our 4,000-acre site contains more than 100 years of limestone supply, and we have set aside 2,000 acres as a conservation area.
In October 2023, Holcim US announced a $100 million expansion project where capital improvements will reduce net CO2 emissions, increase circularity and accelerate decarbonization across the built environment
Putting Safety First
The health and safety of our employees, contractors and those who visit our Ste. Genevieve site is a core value. Safe practices and behaviors are constantly emphasized to achieve a goal of zero harm. To support our safety mindset, we continually monitor our practices and safety events to ensure we are innovative and effective in keeping everyone safe.
Safety is our number one priority in every job.
Community Input
At Holcim Ste. Genevieve, we appreciate the collaborative relationships we have built and continue to foster. The perspective we gain from the community is important in helping us make decisions at the plant and in advocacy work with local and statewide organizations and policy makers. Please feel free to contact us at the emails listed at the bottom of this webpage with feedback or questions.
In 2021, we conducted a formal survey of Ste. Genevieve County residents regarding our plant’s role in the local economy. We were pleased to find:
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More than 85% of Ste. Genevieve county area voters believe the Holcim Ste. Genevieve plant plays an important role in the county’s economic success.
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Nearly 90% of Ste. Genevieve county voters agree that industrial companies should take steps to improve and protect the environment.
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More than 88% of Ste. Genevieve county voters support Holcim’s plan to use alternative fuels in the form of scrap tires, plastic or non-hazardous municipal materials to heat the kiln — with 62% strongly supporting this type of plan.
At Holcim, we’re committed to keeping the community informed about our operations, how we’re prioritizing sustainability and keeping safety as our number one priority. Check this site and holcim.us for the latest updates.
About Us
Our cement plant, located in Bloomsdale, Missouri was built from the ground up starting in 2006. We began production on July 4, 2009. Today our plant is still the largest single line kiln in the world and a part of LafargeHolcim's U.S. operations.
The Ste. Genevieve plant employs 244 individuals who support the production of more than 4.5 million metric tons of cement annually. Our cement products include Type I-II Low Alkali and 10 percent raw limestone-added Type IL. Ste. Genevieve cement is distributed to markets along the Mississippi River and its connected rivers.
Our 4,000-acre site contains more than 100 years of limestone supply, and we have set aside 2,000 acres as a conservation area.
The products we produce are used all around the world, and right here in Missouri. You can find Ste. Genevieve cement in the foundations of the places you live, work and play including Ballpark Village, St. Louis airport, and Jefferson College.
Contact
Alan Greer, Plant Manager
Andrew Horrell, Area Environmental Manager