Concrete made with biochar. (Photo: Sabbie Miller, UC Davis)
Building materials can be carbon sinks, with impressive carbon sequestration potential. Recent studies show that using carbon-storing materials could remove 1.66 billion tons of CO2 from the atmosphere each year—equivalent to 50% of global human-caused carbon emissions annually. Experts have also identified production scale as a key factor in whether these materials can reach their full potential.
New research unveils carbon-capturing construction materials
The construction industry accounts for over 20% of global carbon emissions, with high-emission materials like cement and steel being widely used. This has sparked further interest in exploring the carbon capture potential of alternative building materials.
