1. Problem: Energy
The cement industry requires massive amounts of energy and is a major carbon emitter, second only to the fossil fuel industry.
2. Technology: BioMason cement.
- BioMason cement uses bacteria for hardening, rather than heat, cutting out the most significant energy-using and carbon-producing step in the manufacturing process.
- The concept mimics the formation of coral reefs, wherein living organisms calcify sand and minerals, forming a very durable cement-like structure.
- The dry materials can be shipped anywhere. All the recipient needs to do is add water and form into the desired shape. This reduces logistics costs (e.g. cement mixers, shipping).
- Materials are all sustainably sourced.
3. Stakeholders
Construction firms.
Plant currently manufacturing the cement.
Government buildings departments.
4. Next steps to implementation
a) Meet with buildings departments to prevent unforeseen building code compliance issues.
b) Secure financing for plant expansion.
c) Identify firms seeking to reduce construction-related carbon emissions.
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I find this technology really cool! I wonder if this can be considered biomimicry. Been hoping to read up on that topic. I do believe there’s a lot we can learn from mother nature!
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