CL Industries Inc Cement Plant, Orlando, Florida | Industrial Utilities

CL Industries Inc is a cement plant located at 8188 S Orange Ave, Orlando, Florida, in Orange County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 327310 (Cement Manufacturing), 327320 (Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing), and 327999 (All Other Miscellaneous Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing). As a cement plant, it is a key supplier of materials for construction and infrastructure projects in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. Cement plants in Florida are subject to state-level permits through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring compliance with emission limits and waste management standards. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant CO2 emissions, as well as particulate matter and other pollutants. The plant's location in Orlando, a major urban area, means it operates in proximity to residential communities, necessitating stringent dust and emission controls. Its role in the local economy is substantial, providing materials for construction while adhering to environmental regulations.

Cement plants are significant sources of greenhouse gases, primarily CO2 from calcination and fuel combustion, as well as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide. In Florida, the industry is regulated under the Clean Air Act and state air permits. The plant's location in Orlando, a densely populated area, increases the importance of emission controls to protect public health. Water usage for cooling and dust suppression is managed under Clean Water Act permits.