CarbonBuilt develops Reversa® Binder, a concrete additive that incorporates high-volume industrial byproducts to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete products by an average of 70%. This technology enables concrete manufacturers to produce ultra-low carbon concrete without compromising cost, performance, or operational efficiency.
Funding
$14.6M 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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Product
Problem
The production of conventional concrete is a major contributor to global carbon emissions due to the energy-intensive process of manufacturing cement, its key ingredient. The industry needs scalable, cost-effective solutions to reduce its carbon footprint without compromising the performance and durability of concrete structures.
Solution
CarbonBuilt offers Reversa® Binder, a concrete additive that significantly lowers the carbon footprint of concrete by an average of 70%. This is achieved by replacing a substantial portion of traditional cement with regionally optimized blends of high-volume industrial byproducts. The resulting concrete products maintain comparable cost, performance, and operational efficiency, enabling concrete manufacturers to adopt sustainable practices without major capital investments or process changes. CarbonBuilt's approach facilitates the production of ultra-low carbon concrete that meets or exceeds industry standards.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes concrete manufacturers seeking to reduce their carbon emissions, construction companies aiming for sustainable building practices, and government entities promoting green infrastructure initiatives.
Features
- Reversa® Binder: A proprietary mix of industrial byproducts that substitutes for a large percentage of cement in concrete.
- Regionally optimized formulations: Tailored to local availability of industrial byproducts for cost-effectiveness and reduced transportation emissions.
- Compatibility with existing manufacturing processes: Seamless integration into existing concrete production plants without significant equipment modifications.
- Conformance to ASTM standards: Rigorous testing ensures that concrete made with Reversa® Binder meets or exceeds industry performance benchmarks.