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American Focus > Blog > Environment > Best of Earth911 Podcast: Carbon Limit’s Tim Sperry Pours the CaptureCrete Story
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Best of Earth911 Podcast: Carbon Limit’s Tim Sperry Pours the CaptureCrete Story

Last updated: October 12, 2024 2:41 pm
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Tim Sperry, the Founder and CEO of Carbon Limit, a company based in Boca Raton, Florida, is revolutionizing the construction industry with his innovative product, CaptureCrete. Concrete is known to have a significant environmental impact, accounting for about 6% of annual global emissions. Recognizing this issue, Tim founded Carbon Limit in 2020 to address the carbon footprint of concrete.

CaptureCrete is a powder additive for concrete mixes that has the remarkable ability to extract up to 220 pounds of carbon dioxide from the air per ton of concrete. This captured CO2 is then locked into the concrete as a stable mineral, reducing the environmental impact of traditional concrete by about 25%. Tim’s dedication to carbon capture technology is evident in his previous work, where he developed a paint additive that absorbed CO2 and other pollutants.

Carbon Limit’s efforts have not gone unnoticed, as the company was named GreenBiz’s Startup of the Year at Verge 2023. The potential impact of CaptureCrete on the construction industry is immense. Building and operating structures like homes, skyscrapers, factories, and freeways contribute to about 40% of the emissions associated with global energy use, generating approximately 10 gigatons of CO2 annually.

One of the key benefits of CaptureCrete is its ability to generate carbon credits for building and infrastructure projects. By selling carbon removal credits for around $200 per ton, the cost of construction projects can be significantly reduced. For instance, a 40-story skyscraper requiring 5700 tons of concrete could potentially receive a subsidy of $1.1 million through carbon credits. Similarly, a mile of freeway, which needs 17,200 tons of concrete, could benefit from $3.4 million in credits from CaptureCrete’s CO2 absorption.

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The integration of low-carbon construction materials like CaptureCrete is essential for reducing the environmental impact of the built environment. This innovative solution not only helps in achieving sustainability goals but also provides financial incentives for developers and builders. To learn more about CaptureCrete and Carbon Limit, visit their website at https://www.carbonlimit.com/.

In conclusion, the work of Tim Sperry and Carbon Limit represents a significant step towards creating a more sustainable future for the construction industry. By harnessing the power of carbon capture technology, CaptureCrete is paving the way for a greener and more cost-effective approach to building and infrastructure projects.

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