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This new building material pulls carbon out of the air

Engineers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute have developed a groundbreaking building material that uses an enzyme to convert carbon dioxide into solid minerals, presenting a cleaner and faster alternative to traditional concrete. This new enzyme-powered material not only cures quickly but also sequesters carbon, making it strong, repairable, and recyclable, with the potential to significantly reduce emissions in the construction industry.

Enzymatic structural material (ESM), a strong, durable, and recyclable construction material

Enzymatic structural material (ESM), a strong, durable, and recyclable construction material

Credit: Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Key Highlights

  • New building material developed at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
  • Material uses an enzyme to convert CO2 into solid minerals.
  • Cures in hours and locks away carbon instead of releasing it.
  • Stronger, repairable, and recyclable compared to concrete.
  • Potential to reduce emissions across the construction industry.
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