Concrete's Environmental Makeover: Pioneering the Path to Carbon Neutrality

Concrete is commonly used globally for construction due to its durability and affordability.

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The main culprit behind concrete's carbon footprint is the cement used in its production.

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Sam Draper and Barney Shanks have devised a method for creating carbon-neutral concrete using olivine.

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By capturing waste CO2 from cement factories, the process achieves carbon neutrality.

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Seratech aims to make their cement indistinguishable from conventional Portland cement in appearance and performance.

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Other startups are exploring ways to reduce the environmental impact of concrete.

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Kemal Celik has developed a method to extract magnesium from desalination brine and produce a cost-effective cement.

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Seratech and Celik are motivated to revolutionize concrete production for the sake of mitigating climate change.

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