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Advancing Low-Carbon Biochar-Concrete for Building Sustainability
Integrating biochar, a “carbon-negative” material, into concrete production offers a solution to mitigate the environmental impact of traditional concrete.
By using these, we can reduce the carbon footprint and resource consumption associated with concrete production.
Technology overview
Integrating biochar, a “carbon-negative” material, into concrete production offers a solution to mitigate the environmental impact of traditional concrete. By using these, we can reduce the carbon footprint and resource consumption associated with concrete production. This contributes to the overall sustainability of concrete, making it more eco-friendly.
Technology features
Redefine sustainability by directly integrating biochar produced from upcycled local wood waste in Singapore
Convert biomass waste into a valuable resource to support a circular economy and significantly reduce landfill use
Act as a stable, long-term carbon sink, effectively preventing CO₂ from re-entering the atmosphere for centuries, enhancing carbon sequestration capability
Maintain similar physical and chemical properties, demonstrating reliable compressive strengths (e.g., 52 MPa at 28 days) and adhering to BS EN 197-1 standard
Potential applications
Ready-mix concrete
Built environment field
Construction materials
Benefits
Lower embodied carbon in concrete
Integrate effortlessly into existing construction practices without requiring costly retrofits or changes in methodology
Significantly reduced environmental footprint
Viable and sustainable alternative
Commercialisation
The technology is available for licensing and deployment.
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