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CO₂-Enhanced Concrete

Sustainable building materials & equipment / Air pollution-CO2 mitigation

CarbonCure's technology addresses the high carbon emissions associated with concrete production by permanently embedding captured CO₂ into concrete, reducing cement usage and enhancing sustainability in construction.

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CarbonCure Technologies Inc.

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Govt, Business, NGO

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Project Status

In commerce

Looking to expand internationally

Yes

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worldwide

Awards and certifications

NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE

2021

CarbonCure won the $7.5 million grand prize for its innovative CO₂ utilization technology in concrete production.

Governor General's Innovation Award

2022

Recognized for its leadership in CO₂ removal technologies essential for achieving net-zero targets.

Cleantech Group's North American Company of the Year

2020

Honored for its significant contributions to sustainable innovation in the cleantech sector.

Product description

CarbonCure's CO₂ mineralization technology for ready-mix concrete is an innovative solution that enhances the sustainability of concrete production. The technology involves injecting captured CO₂ into fresh concrete during mixing. This CO₂ reacts with calcium ions in the cement to form calcium carbonate, which becomes permanently embedded in the concrete matrix. This process not only sequesters CO₂ but also improves the concrete's compressive strength, allowing for a reduction in cement content without compromising performance. The technology is designed for seamless integration into existing concrete plants, requiring minimal changes to standard practices. By adopting CarbonCure's solution, concrete producers can reduce their carbon footprint, meet sustainability goals, and gain a competitive edge in the growing market for green building materials.

Key characteristics and environmental benefits

Key Characteristics:

  • Injects captured CO₂ into fresh concrete mixes

  • Enhances compressive strength of concrete

  • Allows for reduction in cement content

  • Easily integrates with existing concrete production equipment

  • Supports generation of carbon credits for producers

Environmental Benefits:

  • Permanently sequesters CO₂ in concrete structures

  • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions from cement production

  • Contributes to circular economy by utilizing waste CO₂

  • Supports sustainable construction practices

  • Helps meet global net-zero carbon targets

About the Company

Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, CarbonCure Technologies is a leading Canadian cleantech company specializing in carbon dioxide (CO₂) removal technologies for the concrete industry. The company's mission is to reduce and remove 500 million metric tons of CO₂ annually by 2030. CarbonCure's innovative technology injects captured CO₂ into fresh concrete during mixing, where it mineralizes and becomes permanently embedded, enhancing the concrete's compressive strength and enabling reductions in cement content. This process not only lowers the carbon footprint of concrete but also offers economic benefits to producers. CarbonCure's solutions are designed for easy integration into existing concrete plants, facilitating widespread adoption. The company collaborates with concrete producers worldwide, supplying millions of truckloads of lower-carbon concrete for various construction projects. CarbonCure's commitment to sustainability and innovation has earned it numerous accolades, including the $20 million NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE and recognition in the Global Cleantech 100 Hall of Fame.

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