Decarbonisation

US researchers develop thermally efficient pervious concrete with lightweight aggregates to help reduce urban heat and energy use

Researchers create a 3D-printable, photosynthetic material that continuously removes carbon from the air — a potential step toward carbon-active construction

EuCIA alliance aims to standardise, promote and scale use of composite rebar across European construction and infrastructure sectors

Construction of the Padeswood CCS facility in North Wales will begin this year, capturing nearly all CO₂ emissions by 2029

Professor Catherine De Wolf’s circular construction methods could help shape the UK’s retrofit and decarbonisation agenda.

Supplier hits major landmark with ready-mix deliveries across Birmingham and Old Oak Common

New membership category engages wider supply chain to support industry’s net zero mission.

Sustainable materials startup Material Evolution has received the Made in Britain mark for its ultra-low carbon cement

India’s TACC and NCB team up to explore graphene additives for stronger, more sustainable concrete

Bio Graphene Solutions files patent for a graphene-based admixture aimed at strength gains with lower cement content

97% of UK construction firms now see circular economy as important, with over half setting specific targets

New ultra-lightweight block offers enhanced thermal resistance and reduced carbon to meet future Building Regulations

UKRI backs £11.5m AI-driven evidence system to accelerate policymaking on decarbonisation, health and sustainability

CRH, owner of Tarmac, completes US$2.1bn acquisition of Eco Material Technologies, strengthening low-carbon concrete supply

New PCR framework enables graphene products to provide standardised EPDs, supporting adoption in sustainable concrete

CIOB’s annual sustainability conference calls for construction to confront climate, nature and social crises with joined-up solutions

MPA warns rising cement imports risk offshoring emissions despite UK concrete and cement achieving 63% CO2 cuts since 1990

Frankfurt event in November will address CCUS, clinker substitution and innovation in cement production

Graphene-enhanced concrete sleepers installed at South Wales test site as part of Innovate UK–funded programme.

Ultra-low carbon cement MevoCem to be tested with Tarmac under new BSI Flex 350 standard

GACE urges global standards, infrastructure, and incentives for cleaner construction equipment

New Holcim Academy offers CPD training in low-carbon building for UK construction professionals

New biochar technology turns buildings into long-term CO₂ stores

CRH agrees $2.1B deal to secure long-term SCM supply in North America

Morata de Jalón cement plant diverts 95% of waste from landfill in circular economy push

Pilot facility uses recycled concrete paste to permanently bind CO₂ and replace clinker

SigmaRoc partners with NZIIC to boost ultra low carbon concrete development

New EU rules will impact UK exports of concrete and cement. Here’s how to get your carbon data ready

FPS invites entries for 2025 Awards celebrating safety, sustainability, innovation and leadership

UK cement and lime producers say electricity costs and carbon leakage remain critical concerns despite progress on ETS alignment