What is CarbonCure?
CarbonCure is the global leader in CO₂ utilization technologies for the concrete industry. This innovative retrofit technology chemically mineralizes waste carbon dioxide during the concrete manufacturing process, creating greener and stronger concrete. Installed in over 250 concrete producer plants across North America, Latin America, and Southeast Asia, CarbonCure is transforming the way concrete is made. It’s not just about reducing the carbon footprint — it’s about boosting production efficiency and giving concrete producers a green competitive edge in today’s market.
Main Benefits of CarbonCure Technology
CarbonCure’s approach delivers a powerful combination of environmental and economic advantages. Here are some key figures and facts that highlight its impact:
- CO₂ Emissions Saved: Significant metric tons of CO₂ emissions have been permanently trapped in concrete thanks to CarbonCure’s technology.
- CarbonCure Truckloads Delivered: Hundreds of thousands of truckloads of CarbonCure concrete have been delivered worldwide in the past year alone.
- Carbon Credit Revenue Shared: Concrete producers receive carbon credit revenue, incentivizing sustainable practices and rewarding their commitment.
- 250+ Plants: Over 250 concrete plants equipped with CarbonCure technology across multiple continents.
- Stronger Concrete: The injected CO₂ mineralizes immediately, enhancing the concrete’s strength while allowing for cement reduction.
How CarbonCure Works
At the heart of CarbonCure’s innovation is a simple but brilliant process: captured CO₂ is injected into fresh concrete where it mineralizes instantly and becomes permanently embedded. This mineralization not only locks away carbon but also improves the concrete’s performance. The result? Less cement is needed without compromising quality. This means lower emissions and cost savings — a win-win for producers and the planet alike. Plus, the technology is backed by rigorous third-party audits and high-integrity production data, ensuring transparency and trust in the carbon credits generated.
Supporting Concrete Producers Worldwide
CarbonCure proudly partners with a network of leading concrete suppliers who are producing sustainable concrete in hundreds of plants globally. This widespread adoption is driven by growing corporate demand for green building materials and top-tier carbon credits. The platform offers ready mix producers access to webinars, case studies, and technical data, helping them optimize their operations and maximize environmental benefits. Whether it’s ready mix, precast, or masonry, CarbonCure’s solutions are tailored to meet diverse producer needs.
Innovations Beyond Carbon Utilization
CarbonCure is not stopping at CO₂ mineralization. The company is also pioneering emerging technologies like CarbonCure Reclaimed Water, which helps producers reduce wastewater and cut costs. For precast producers, CarbonCure Precast offers specialized carbon mineralization techniques to optimize their products. And for concrete masonry units, CarbonCure Masonry adds a sustainability differentiator that sets products apart in the market. These innovations demonstrate CarbonCure’s commitment to advancing sustainable construction technologies across the board.
CarbonCure’s Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure — Driving innovation in concrete manufacturing.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities — Supporting greener building materials for urban development.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production — Reducing waste and emissions in concrete production.
- SDG 13: Climate Action — Lowering carbon emissions through CO₂ mineralization.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals — Collaborating with global producers and policymakers.
CarbonCure’s Vision for the Future
With a mission to cure carbon, CarbonCure is scaling its impact worldwide. The technology is gaining recognition from influential leaders — Bill Gates, for example, praised CarbonCure’s solution at the 2024 Breakthrough Energy Summit in London. Media outlets like CNN have highlighted projects such as 725 Ponce, the first building made entirely with CO₂ mineralized concrete. As the demand for low-carbon construction materials grows, CarbonCure continues to lead the charge, helping the concrete industry reduce its environmental footprint while driving profitability and innovation.
