What is Green Concrete
Green concrete, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional concrete, is gaining traction in the construction industry.
It is made from materials like diatomaceous earth, or waste materials such as fly ash, slag, and recycled aggregate, which reduces the consumption of natural resources and energy required in the production process.
This makes green concrete a more sustainable option for construction projects.
Using green concrete is particularly beneficial in regions facing water shortages, as it requires less water for construction.
It is made from materials like diatomaceous earth, or waste materials such as fly ash, slag, and recycled aggregate, which reduces the consumption of natural resources and energy required in the production process.
This makes green concrete a more sustainable option for construction projects.
Using green concrete is particularly beneficial in regions facing water shortages, as it requires less water for construction.
A Concrete Step Forward To Cut Emissions
Cement is the most used man-made material in the world but it can’t be produced without creating “process emissions”.
Australia's ambitious plan looks at how carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) could help cement and lime industries reach net zero by 2050.
In summary, cement is an ingredient in concrete, while concrete is the final product that results from mixing cement with water and aggregates.
Moreover, it's an emerging technology that can help reduce waste and contribute to a more sustainable future in the construction industry.
Australia's ambitious plan looks at how carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) could help cement and lime industries reach net zero by 2050.
In summary, cement is an ingredient in concrete, while concrete is the final product that results from mixing cement with water and aggregates.
Moreover, it's an emerging technology that can help reduce waste and contribute to a more sustainable future in the construction industry.
Cement and Lime
The cement and lime industries are vital. In Australia, it takes about 14 tonnes of cement to build a typical family home. Also, a kilometre of freeway contains as much as 2500 tonnes of cement. However, the industry is one of the hardest to abate or reduce emissions.
Carbon Capture
The Heavy Industry Low Carbon Transition Co-operative Research Centre (HILT CRC) commissioned the Roadmap for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage for Production of Low Emission Cement and Lime in Australia. We worked with Adbri, The University of Adelaide, Calix, UNO Technology, and the Cement Industry Federation (CIF) to develop the roadmap.
Cement is the most used man-made material
Cement is the most used man-made material in the world but it can’t be produced without creating “process emissions”.
Investing in Research
It’s tough for the cement and lime business to make its important products without generating high emissions. So, the industry is investing in research and innovative pathways to reduce its hard-to-abate emissions.
Why is the cement and lime industry so hard to decarbonise?
Cement is a binder material used in concrete, mortar and other construction materials. Its key ingredient is clinker. Clinker is made under high temperatures from raw materials like limestone and clay.
4th Largest Emitter in the World
If the global cement industry were a country, it would be the fourth largest national emitter in the world.
A new roadmap tackles Australia's specific challenges in decarbonising its vital but emission-heavy cement and lime industry.