A concrete solution to storing carbon

Professor Tan Ming Jen and a team of researchers at SC3DP, in collaboration with ARAMCO (Saudi Arabia) developed a new carbon-capture material for building and construction. The methods involve injecting captured CO2 and steam into concrete during 3D printing, storing the CO2 directly within the structure while enhancing its mechanical strength. This approach improves the durability of 3D-printed concrete. Dr. Aqil Jamal, Chief Technologist, Carbon Management Division, at Aramco’s Research and Development Department, said: “This research is part of our ongoing efforts to advance carbon dioxide utilization technologies in combination with 3D concrete printing, for the development of more sustainable buildings and construction materials. We are encouraged to see promising results at the current stage of the research, which focuses on printability and the ability to store CO2 in printed structures.”     

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NTU scientists develop 3D concrete printing method that traps carbon dioxide to reduce emissions - CNA