Business Details
14 Years
experience
Concrete Carbon Reduction Solutions
CarbonCure Technologies empowers cement and concrete producers with innovative carbon mineralization technologies to achieve the industry's net-zero commitment by 2050. Since 2012, our patented solutions have enabled concrete producers to inject captured CO into fresh concrete, permanently embedding it as a mineral while optimizing cement use. This process reduces embodied carbon emissions in concrete by up to 10%, aligning with global sustainability goals. Our technology is retrofitted into hundreds of concrete plants worldwide, generating high-integrity carbon credits verified through third-party audits. Recognized by the $20 million NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE and featured in partnerships with industry leaders like Deloitte and Amazon, we combine technical expertise with economic incentives to drive decarbonization.Our team of engineers, scientists, and sustainability professionals ensures 99% system uptime through real-time telemetry and remote support. With over 15 years of operational history and a focus on measurable environmental impact, we provide scalable solutions that meet corporate demand for green building materials while maintaining concrete performance standards. Our leadership in carbon utilization technologies has saved hundreds of thousands of metric tons of CO emissions globally, positioning us as a trusted partner in the transition to sustainable construction.
Services
CO Mineralization Technology
Carbon Credit Generation
Concrete Sustainability Partnerships
Real-Time Telemetry Systems
Third-Party Verification Services
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 13+ years of proven experience in carbon mineralization technology since 2012
- Our patented CO injection system permanently embeds emissions in concrete
- Verified carbon credits generated through third-party audits
- Recognized by the $20M NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE and Cleantech Group awards
- 99% system uptime maintained through real-time telemetry and remote support
Associations and certifications
- Verra
What people say
Effective carbon reduction
Sustainability leader
Proven technology
Third-party verified
Industry recognition
Services
CO Mineralization Technology
Injects captured carbon dioxide into fresh concrete during mixing, where it mineralizes into calcium carbonate. This process permanently stores CO while optimizing cement use without compromising concrete quality. The technology reduces embodied carbon emissions by 8-10% per cubic meter of concrete produced.
Carbon Credit Generation
Transforms CO savings into high-integrity carbon credits through verified measurement, reporting, and third-party audits. Credits are generated based on precise telemetry data from installed systems, providing concrete producers with additional revenue streams while supporting corporate sustainability goals.
Concrete Sustainability Partnerships
Collaborates with concrete producers to implement carbon reduction strategies while maintaining product performance. Partners gain access to market differentiation through sustainable product offerings and participation in global decarbonization initiatives.
Real-Time Telemetry Systems
Provides continuous system performance monitoring through integrated control boxes and cloud-based analytics. Enables remote diagnostics and maintenance, ensuring 99% uptime while collecting data for carbon credit verification and process optimization.
Third-Party Verification Services
Utilizes independent audits and approved methodologies to validate CO savings claims. Verification processes meet Verra standards, ensuring carbon credits generated through the technology maintain market credibility and regulatory compliance.
People
Kristal Kaye
Interim Chief Executive Officer
25+ years executive leadership experience across mining, energy, and retail pharmacy. Chartered Professional Accountant with expertise in operational efficiency and team building. Led Arctic Canadian Diamond Company's CFO role prior to joining CarbonCure in 2025.
Dean Forgeron
Chief Technology Officer
Concrete innovator with expertise in macro-synthetic fiber reinforcement and green concrete technologies. Holds PhD in Engineering from Dalhousie University. Leads engineering and product development for CarbonCure's carbon utilization solutions.
Dave Donaldson
Sr. Vice President, Sales & Marketing
24+ years driving growth in concrete industry technology adoption. Bachelor's in Industrial Design from Auburn University. Oversees global sales strategy and carbon product offerings in voluntary carbon markets.
Brad Vickers
Vice President, Customer Success
10+ years at CarbonCure, scaling carbon utilization technologies across North America and Asia. Professional engineer with civil engineering background. Manages post-sales customer journey and technical support operations.
Robert Niven
Founder
Founded CarbonCure in 2012 with MSc in Environmental Engineering from McGill University. Led company growth to global scale with 200+ systems deployed. Recipient of Governor General's Innovation Award and Cleantech Hall of Fame recognition.
Questions
How does CarbonCure's technology reduce concrete's carbon footprint?
Our technology injects captured CO₂ into concrete during mixing, where it mineralizes into calcium carbonate. This process permanently stores emissions while optimizing cement use, reducing embodied carbon by 8-10% per cubic meter.
Are CarbonCure's carbon credits verified?
Yes, our carbon credits are verified through third-party audits using approved Verra methodologies. Telemetry data from installed systems ensures accurate measurement and reporting of CO₂ savings.
Can existing concrete plants implement CarbonCure's technology?
Yes, our systems retrofit into existing concrete plants in one visit. The installation includes control boxes integrated with batching software and valve boxes connected to CO₂ storage tanks.
What economic benefits do producers gain from using CarbonCure?
Producers gain additional revenue streams through carbon credit sales while reducing cement costs. The technology enables market differentiation through sustainable product offerings in the growing green building sector.
How does CarbonCure ensure technology reliability?
Our systems maintain 99% uptime through real-time telemetry monitoring, remote diagnostics, and rapid-response technical support. Control boxes sync with batching software for seamless integration into production workflows.
What global impact has CarbonCure achieved?
As of 2025, CarbonCure's technology has saved hundreds of thousands of metric tons of CO₂ emissions globally through deployments in over 200 concrete plants across multiple countries.
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