Sublime Systems Partners with CRH and Holcim to Decarbonize Cement Industry

Key Highlights:

  • Sublime Systems partners with CRH and Holcim to scale "true-zero" low-carbon cement technology.

  • First commercial facility to open in Holyoke, MA, supported by corporate investment.

  • CRH and Holcim commit to co-develop future full-scale plants globally.

  • Sublime’s electrochemical process cuts emissions without relying on carbon capture or fossil fuels.

  • Partnerships align with CRH and Holcim's net-zero goals for 2050.

Notable Quotes:

“These partnerships offer Sublime an unparalleled opportunity to scale our technology with the urgency the climate crisis requires.”

Dr. Leah Ellis, CEO at Sublime Systems

“Sublime is a disruptive force in cement making... We are excited about its potential and are delighted to be partnering to bring it to market at scale.”

Nollaig Forrest, Chief Sustainability Officer at Holcim

“Sublime’s differentiated technology and ability to scale, combined with CRH’s expertise, offers significant potential to dramatically decarbonize cement production.”

Eduardo Gomez, Head at CRH Ventures

Our Take:

This partnership marks a pivotal step in decarbonizing one of the most carbon-intensive industries: cement production. Sublime Systems’ breakthrough “true-zero” technology, which avoids both fossil fuel and mineral CO2 emissions, is a revolutionary approach that could reshape the cement industry. By securing investments and binding offtake commitments from two global leaders, CRH and Holcim, Sublime is positioned to scale rapidly and significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the built environment. The move aligns with growing global efforts toward achieving net-zero by 2050, setting a new benchmark for sustainable building practices.