Adbri has created a concrete mix that reduces the embodied carbon in concrete mixes through supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs).

Compared to conventional concrete, Adbri’s Futurecrete reduces the embodied carbon by up to 52%.

With the goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050, Futurecrete is backed by independently verified concrete Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).

Using SCMs such as slag, fly ash, and recycled waste materials from the energy and steel industries, Futurecrete exceeds the performance requirements of AS1379 and AS3600, being suitable for use in most typical concrete applications.

Futurecrete has already been used in many projects, including the tram renewal project in Victoria.

By replacing 25% of the cement content with slag, Adbri in association with Fulton Hogan were able to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 270,00kg.

Incorporating lower-carbon concretes into future projects will support the decarbonisation in the construction industry and help to build a better Australia.