Imagine making concrete without the massive heat and pollution of traditional kilns. This technology uses local clay and a smart formula to create a binder that works just like standard cement. It turns industrial clay waste into a building material that doesn't need extreme temperatures to harden.
The cement industry is under pressure from the EU Green Deal and CBAM to reduce carbon emissions while facing high energy costs and supply chain instability.
A disruptive raw clay-based binder production process and a pilot plant capable of producing low-carbon cement.
If you are a cement manufacturer dealing with high carbon taxes and CBAM regulations starting in 2027 — this project developed a clay-based binder that reduces CO2 emissions by 50 to 80% compared to Portland cement.
If you are a waste processor dealing with large volumes of clay-based waste in cities — this project developed a process to turn that waste into a valuable resource for concrete production.
If you are a concrete plant dealing with rising energy costs and supply chain shocks — this project developed a drop-in solution compatible with existing equipment that uses local raw materials.
The process eliminates the high-temperature heating step (1,450°C), resulting in extremely energy-efficient production with low intensity capex and opex.
Yes, a pilot plant has already produced 100 Tons of cement for customers, and the goal is to deploy 10+ SMCPs in the EU by 2030.
The breakthrough innovation is protected by 6 patents.
It helps companies meet the EU Green Deal's 55% GHG emission cut and prepares them for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) starting in 2027.
The process is compliant with most concrete manufacturing plant equipment, ensuring a quick drop-in implementation.
The project is led by a single SME, MATERRUP, based in France. With a 100% industry ratio and no university or research partners in the direct consortium, the project is heavily focused on commercialization and industrial deployment rather than basic research.
Contact MATERRUP in France regarding their clay-based binder licensing or SMCP deployment.
Contact us to explore integration of low-carbon clay cement into your supply chain.
