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Heidelberg Materials Launches evoZero: First Carbon-Captured Cement in Europe

Key highlights
  • evoZero is produced using carbon capture technology at Heidelberg Materials' Brevik plant in Norway.
  • The Brevik CCS facility captures 400,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, 50% of the plant's emissions.
  • Initial deliveries support Skøyen Station in Oslo and the DREIHAUS 3D-printing project in Germany.
  • Carbon reductions are verified by DNV and tracked in Heidelberg Materials' Carbon Bank.

Introduction

Heidelberg Materials has launched evoZero, the world's first near-zero carbon captured cement, across Europe. This innovative product is made possible through carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology at the Brevik plant in Norway.

Carbon Capture Technology

The Brevik CCS facility captures 400,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, which accounts for 50% of the plant's emissions. This process is independently verified by DNV Business Assurance Germany GmbH, ensuring transparency and reliability in carbon reduction.

Initial Projects

evoZero is being delivered to pioneering sustainable construction projects, including Skøyen Station in Oslo, Norway, and the DREIHAUS 3D-printing project in Germany. Skøyen Station, built by Skanska, will enhance public transport in Oslo, while DREIHAUS aims to set a new standard for 3D-printed residential construction using sustainable materials.

Verification and Tracking

All carbon reductions are digitally traceable and recorded in Heidelberg Materials' proprietary Carbon Bank. This ensures seamless transparency in tracking and verifying the volumes of permanently stored CO₂.