Engineers working out Washington State University have developed a high-tech, eco-friendly concrete that is designed to be able to absorb more carbon than it emits.
This eco-friendly concrete was created by augmenting conventional cement with biochar, a form of concrete that is sourced from organic waste materials. The inclusion of biochar was shown to be able to result in the increased absorption of carbon dioxide without compromising on the strength and robustness for which cement is prized.
This carbon-negative concrete doesn't merely represent a scientific triumph, but offers significant promise in terms of commercialization and industry applications, with the team of scientists currently working towards licensing their technology with willing partners from the construction and building sectors. In the long run, this eco-friendly concrete could go a long way towards making the concrete manufacturing industry more sustainable.
Carbon-Negative Concretes
This Eco-Friendly Concrete is Infused With Organic Materials
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Concrete - Incorporating organic materials into traditional cement can lead to carbon-negative concrete, disrupting the traditional cement industry and providing sustainable construction options.
2. Carbon Sequestration - Innovations in concrete production that effectively capture and store carbon can disrupt the carbon-sequestration industry and offer new marketable carbon-offset solutions for businesses.
3. Sustainability in Construction - Carbon-negative concrete can disrupt the construction industry by providing a way to meet growing demand while reducing industry emissions and promoting sustainable practices.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - Carbon-negative concrete can disrupt the traditional construction industry by providing sustainable material options, including infrastructure and building construction.
2. Cement - Incorporating a biochar alternative in cement mixing can disrupt the cement industry by introducing new sustainable, materials for construction purposes.
3. Carbon Offset - Carbon-negative concrete can disrupt the carbon-offset industry by providing more efficient, low-emission construction solutions for businesses seeking to offset their carbon footprint.