Innovative Company Launches First Facility in California for Low-Carbon Cement Production
The company, Fortera, has strategically located its new plant adjacent to CalPortland's existing cement facility in Redding.
The innovative process implemented by Fortera is expected to capture approximately 6,600 tons of CO2 emissions annually from CalPortland's operations. This captured CO2 is then utilized to produce around 15,000 tons of Fortera's "ReAct" cement, which claims to emit 70 percent fewer carbon emissions compared to conventional cement.
Fortera's technology transforms the captured carbon dioxide into a low-carbon cement, essentially a type of calcium carbonate, by employing a reduced kiln temperature of 1,100°C — significantly lower than the traditional 1,450°C. The company is also exploring future possibilities to achieve net-zero emissions by powering its kilns with renewable energy sources.
The new ReAct cement is set to be available to ready-mix concrete suppliers by June. According to Fortera, ReAct cement meets ASTM standards and offers the same strength and durability as traditional cement while adhering to existing environmental regulations.
Ryan Gilliam, CEO of Fortera, expressed optimism about the project's role in broader environmental goals. "While this is an important achievement, we recognize it as merely one step in a much larger endeavor to scale up this technology globally,” said Gilliam.
Source: https://www.btpnews.ma
