CO2 Utilization in Concrete

CO₂ utilization in concrete refers to projects that incorporate carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions into the production of concrete materials. Typically, this involves capturing CO₂ emissions from industrial sources or the atmosphere and using them as a raw material in the manufacturing of cement or concrete. One common method is carbonation, where CO₂ is chemically reacted with calcium or magnesium in concrete to form stable carbonate minerals, effectively sequestering the CO₂. This approach can help reduce the carbon footprint of the construction industry by both capturing emissions and making concrete materials more sustainable.