BUILD’EM: Chemistry, Performance, and Path to Market of a Cement-less Construction Material

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Program:
IGNIITE
Award:
$499,989
Location:
Golden, Colorado
Status:
ACTIVE
Project Term:
06/21/2024 - 06/20/2026
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Technology Description:

Paul Meyer is a researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. In this project, Meyer seeks to develop a lignin-based concrete alternative for buildings and construction to address major challenges facing this industrial sector. The project will explore different types of lignin, the effects on chemical reactions and drying times, and pathways to large-scale commercialization.

Contact

ARPA-E Program Director:
Dr. Laurent Pilon
Project Contact:
Dr. Paul Meyer
Press and General Inquiries Email:
ARPA-E-Comms@hq.doe.gov
Project Contact Email:
paul.meyer@nrel.gov

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Release Date:
11/09/2023