Towards cement and concrete as a carbon sink

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The EIC Pathfinder Challenge 'Towards cement and concrete as a carbon sink' aims to revolutionize the cement and concrete industry by fostering breakthrough innovations that drastically reduce CO2 emissions, moving towards carbon-negative solutions. This initiative seeks to identify and support cutting-edge technologies that are more cost-effective than traditional carbon capture and storage (CCS), offering future revenue opportunities through scalable negative emissions, aligning with the ambitions of the European Green Deal.

Who is Funded: Eligibility and Objectives

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives to drive innovation in sustainable construction materials.

What is Funded: Project Scope and Innovation Areas

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on innovations that transform cement and concrete into carbon-negative materials. It also specifies the developmental stage expected for supported projects.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides information on the financial aspects of the program, including the type of financial instrument used, the available budget, and the maximum funding amount per project.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

This section outlines the essential rules and requirements for applicants, covering application stipulations, consortium formation, and other important operational provisions for funded projects.

Application Procedure

This section details the step-by-step process for submitting applications and explains how proposals are evaluated and selected for funding.

This section identifies the fundamental legal and official documents that provide the authority and framework for the 'Towards cement and concrete as a carbon sink' funding program.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

4,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

24.000.000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Construction and Building Materials, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Green Technology, Energy Production and Supply

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Cement and Concrete Industry, Construction Sector

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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