Ultra-Low Carbon Cement Factory Begins Production

Material Evolution is on the brink of a major breakthrough in sustainable construction with the launch of its ultra-low carbon cement production facility in Wrexham this October. Backed by government funding, the Teesside-based company is gearing up to produce 150,000 tonnes annually of its Mevocrete product, which emits up to 85% less embodied CO2 than traditional Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC). This new factory will make Material Evolution the largest producer of low-carbon cement in the UK.

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• Significant CO2 Reduction: Mevocrete reduces embodied carbon emissions by up to 85% compared to OPC, without compromising on quality or workability.
• Innovative Manufacturing Process: The product is created from steel industry byproducts through a room-temperature reactor, reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.
• Alignment with Updated Standards: The company’s journey has been bolstered by the recent revision of the BS 8500 standard for concrete, allowing producers to use up to 65% less OPC in their mixes.

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Mevocrete is produced using an innovative process that turns steel industry byproducts into high-quality cement through a reactor that operates at room temperature. This groundbreaking method significantly lowers CO2 emissions, while maintaining the performance characteristics of traditional cement, making it a compelling alternative for concrete specifiers and producers looking to reduce embedded carbon.

Material Evolution’s growth has been further accelerated by the revision of the BS 8500 concrete standards in October 2023, which provides producers with greater flexibility to use low-carbon materials. This change, combined with Material Evolution’s innovative technology, is helping the company gain traction among construction industry stakeholders keen to reduce their carbon footprint.

The launch of this new factory is set to transform the UK construction industry by making low-carbon cement more accessible at scale. Material Evolution's expansion plans aim to replicate and increase production across the UK and Europe, positioning the company as a key player in the global drive towards sustainable construction practices.