Learn how CarbonCure, a Canadian company, is tackling the significant carbon emissions from concrete production. Discover their fascinating process of mineralizing CO2 within concrete, not only reducing the amount of cement needed but also permanently storing carbon dioxide. Explore the role of carbon markets, the importance of corporate and governmental support, and the potential of this technology to transform the built environment from an emissions source into a carbon sink.
The main topics explored in this discussion were:
- An introduction to CarbonCure and their core technology of CO2 mineralization in concrete to lower cement inputs and store carbon.
- The global footprint of CarbonCure, highlighting their partnerships with concrete producers in North America and internationally.
- How CarbonCure participates in carbon markets, generating carbon credits that are sold to corporations.
- The drivers of adoption, noting that it's largely led by corporates in the private sector seeking to reduce their carbon footprint and the importance of high-quality, verifiable carbon credits.
- The need for government regulation and procurement to further mature the carbon market and accelerate the deployment of technologies like CarbonCure's.
- The concept of pricing the true cost of carbon emissions and the potential impact of a federal carbon price.
- The positioning of CarbonCure's solution within the landscape of carbon reduction technologies, specifically in the tech-based avoidance and reduction space, given concrete's significant contribution to global emissions.
- Donald Addu's background and journey leading him to CarbonCure, with a strong focus on environmental policy and the importance of addressing hard-to-abate sectors.
- Ways for interested parties to learn more about CarbonCure and connect with their team.
