CarbiCrete utilizes a manufacturing process that replaces cement with steel slag and incorporates captured CO2 to produce cement-free concrete, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This technology addresses the high carbon footprint of traditional concrete production by embedding up to 300,000 kg of CO2 in concrete masonry units annually, while also repurposing industrial waste.
Funding
$28.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional concrete production relies heavily on cement, a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions. The manufacturing of cement is energy-intensive and releases significant amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Additionally, the disposal of industrial byproducts like steel slag poses environmental challenges.
Solution
CarbiCrete offers a technology that replaces cement in concrete with steel slag and incorporates captured carbon dioxide (CO2) during the manufacturing process. This cement-free concrete production method significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with conventional concrete. By using steel slag, an industrial byproduct, CarbiCrete diverts waste from landfills and repurposes it into a valuable construction material. The captured CO2 is permanently embedded within the concrete, further reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This approach provides a sustainable alternative for concrete production, benefiting both the environment and the construction industry.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes concrete masonry and hardscape producers seeking to reduce their environmental impact, as well as designers, builders, and construction firms aiming to lower the embodied carbon of their projects.
Features
- Replaces cement with steel slag in concrete production.
- Incorporates captured CO2, permanently embedding it within the concrete matrix.
- Reduces CO2 emissions by up to 900,000 kg annually for a typical CMU plant.
- Reduces CO2 emissions by up to 600,000 kg annually for a typical paver plant.
- Reduces water consumption compared to traditional cement-based concrete.
- Reduces landfill waste by repurposing steel slag.
- Abates and removes 20,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually.