Sustainability and Carbon Reduction

How does Tecwill help reduce the carbon dioxide emissions of the concrete industry and help it reach net zero?

The concrete industry is undergoing unprecedented change to achieve decarbonization. There is no shortcut. We must take responsibility for all our activities.

Even though Tecwill is among the top in the industry when it comes to carbon reduction and sustainability, we constantly work to improve our products and operations. Decarbonization is an important priority in our product development. That’s why we continue to innovate new technologies and solutions to support our customers in their decarbonization transition.

Our technologies are tested and used around the world. Here are some examples of how we improve carbon neutrality and get closer to net zero.

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Carbon-reducing technologies

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FAQs

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Minimizing harmful impact to the environment

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Decarbonization in practice

Decarbonization in practice How can low-carbon technologies be used at a concrete plant? Read more

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Practical tips

Practical tips New innovations to reduce carbon emissions at a concrete plant Read more

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Energy efficiency of Tecwill’s production and office buildings

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Recourses

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Testimonials and blogs

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

These are questions we’re often asked. We hope you find these helpful.
If you still have a question we haven’t addressed, please contact us directly.

What is low-carbon concrete?

Low-carbon concrete has a lower global warming potential (GWP)3 compared to standard concrete.

Low-carbon concrete is produced by reducing the cement content of concrete and using supplementary cementitious materials like:

Fly ash
Blast furnace slag
Calcined clay
Silica fume
Natural pozzolans
Metakaolin
Geopolymers

Depending on the dosage of these additions, the carbon footprint of concrete can be reduced by up to nearly 70%.

Recycled aggregate and sand, crushed concrete and reclaimed water are also common alternative materials used in low-carbon concrete production.

What are Tecwill’s methods and technologies to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from concrete production?

The production of cement as a raw material for concrete is a major source of carbon dioxide emissions. Tecwill’s technologies have been specifically developed to reduce the amount of cement used in concrete, thereby reducing CO₂ emissions:

Our “flying” aggregate weighing system ensures accurate dosing of raw materials
OptiMoist improves aggregate moisture measuring to ensure the correct use of slump and cement
AI-based dosing and weighing

Our solutions improve the energy efficiency of concrete plants and increase water recycling to cut back on CO₂ emissions.

When manufacturing our products, we reduce our own environmental impact by using recycled steel and developing new ways to minimize our material consumption.

How does a Tecwill plant differ from a traditional concrete batching plant? Our innovative technology based on modular plant construction makes it possible to manufacture an entire concrete plant:

Using less steel
Carrying out pre-wiring and full testing at our factory before delivery
Providing factory-assembled enclosures

Our concrete plants are hybrid plants. The same solution is suitable for all types of concrete mix designs, including:

Ready-mix concrete
Shotcrete
Roller-compacted concrete
Zero-slump concrete
Self-consolidating concrete
Precast concrete

Are there any challenges or barriers to implementing carbon dioxide reduction strategies in the concrete industry?

The main challenges and barriers to implementing better carbon dioxide reduction strategies in the concrete industry include:

Old-fashioned production plants
“Open-concept” dry batch plants prone to dust emissions and high cement content
Fear of implementing new technologies
Limited availability and high price of new cementitious materials
Lack of standardized regulations and incentives
Adoption of sustainable practices

What are the environmental impacts of concrete batch plants?

Concrete batch plants typically have environmental impacts related to:

Carbon emissions
Air emissions – dust
Noise pollution
Water usage and recycling
Admixture leakage
Generation of waste materials
Handling of waste concrete
Oil leakage

How can a concrete company improve environmental sustainability in practice?

Concrete producers can contribute to carbon reduction and environmental sustainability by implementing measures such as:

Using better concrete production technology
Selecting alternative fuels or energy sources
Optimizing energy efficiency
Reducing water consumption
Improving dust and noise control
Adopting recycling or waste management practices

Minimizing harmful impact to the environment

Carbon reduction at a concrete batch plant

Concrete production is a major contributor to carbon emissions with significant environmental implications. The process of manufacturing cement, a key component of concrete, involves the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂), accounting for approximately 8% of global CO₂ emissions.

Improved technology, low-carbon concrete and sustainable production practices, including recycling and reducing emissions and material waste, are crucial to minimizing the carbon emissions associated with concrete production.

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Decarbonization in practice

How can low-carbon technologies be used at a concrete plant?

There are many ways to reduce the carbon impact of the batch plant, vehicles, components and processes. Most of the carbon reduction and carbon removal innovations are focused on three key areas: more efficient batch plants, selecting low-carbon fuels and using low-carbon materials.