Kosmos Cement Company, LLC - Cement Plant in Nashville, Tennessee

Kosmos Cement Company, LLC is a cement plant located at 21 Oldham Street in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector focused on producing cement for construction and infrastructure. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Cement plants are subject to emissions standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, as well as hazardous air pollutants. The facility likely holds a Title V operating permit and complies with National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for the cement manufacturing industry. Cement production is energy-intensive and involves significant raw material extraction and processing. The plant's location in Nashville places it within a major urban and industrial area, serving regional construction demand. Environmental considerations include air emissions, water use, and solid waste management. The facility's compliance with EPA regulations is critical for minimizing its environmental footprint.

Cement plants are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and carbon dioxide. The facility's location in Nashville, Tennessee, places it in an urban area with potential impacts on local air quality and community health. Proximity to residential areas may increase exposure to emissions. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act requires the plant to implement best available control technologies and monitor emissions to protect public health and the environment.