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Material Evolution

Decarbonising cement at scale

Liz Gilligan

Co-Founder & CEO at Material Evolution

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materialevolution.co.uk

Employees 21–50

Headquarters United Kingdom

Material Evolution develops ultra-low carbon cement using AI-driven alkali-fusion technology, which repurposes industrial waste to reduce carbon emissions by up to 85% compared to traditional cement. Operating in the UK with facilities in Wrexham and Teesside, the company is scaling production and gaining traction in non-structural cement markets. Long term, it aims to achieve carbon-neutral cement at scale and expand into structural applications as regulations evolve.

Energy & Environment

Notable Achievements

Raised $19.5M in Series A from investors including Norssken and Kompas.
Launched a first-of-its-kind, 120,000 tonne per year production facility on time and on budget
Developed an 85% carbon reduction cement replacement with a carbon-negative product in the pipeline.

Currently Operating in One Region

Press Mentions

July 14, 2025

Material Evolution & CRH Launch Low-Carbon Cement Project

Material Evolution, in partnership with CRH, is spearheading an innovative low-carbon cement project aimed at significantly reducing emissions in the construction industry. This initiative marks a...

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July 10, 2025

Pilot project of ultra-low carbon cement launched

Material Evolution collaborates with Tarmac, part of CRH, on an innovative pilot project to develop ultra-low-carbon cement. This initiative aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions in...

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June 23, 2025

Trail Blazers: leading UK female engineers from across industry tell us about their roles and their career paths - The Engineer

Material Evolution has secured funding from HSBC to enhance its low-carbon cement technology, marking a significant step forward in sustainable building materials. This investment underscores the...

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June 19, 2025

Material Evolution secures funding from HSBC to build low-carbon cement business

Material Evolution has successfully secured funding from HSBC to advance its low-carbon cement business. This investment highlights the company's commitment to sustainable construction practices,...

June 11, 2025

UK Green Business Awards 2025: Winners announced

Material Evolution was recognized at the UK Green Business Awards 2025 for its innovative contributions to sustainable materials. The company’s commitment to eco-friendly practices and cutting-edge...

March 27, 2025

31. Material Evolution

Material Evolution, a pioneering company in sustainable materials, has gained recognition for its innovative approach to eco-friendly solutions. The company recently participated in a competition,...

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