QUEENS CARBON SET TO RECEIVE $14.5M SCALEUP FUNDING TO PILOT ITS BREAKTHROUGH CARBON NEUTRAL CEMENT TECHNOLOGY
Government funding and commercial partnership to pilot Queens Carbon’s low temperature technology that aims to lower carbon emissions of the cement industry
June 26, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
PINE BROOK--(BUSINESS WIRE)—Queens Carbon, a startup company developing a ground breaking technology to eliminate CO2 emissions from the cement industry, today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) has selected the company to receive $14.5M in funding as part of its Seeding Critical Advances for Leading Energy technologies with Untapped Potential (SCALEUP) program. Queens Carbon will use this funding to pilot its novel low temperature, zero CO2 technology in partnership with a commercial partner in the cement industry.
Queens Carbon Showcases Innovative Solutions at GCCA Innovandi Open Challenge Demo Day in Bangkok
Jun 6, 2024
Queens Carbon recently presented at Demo Day in Bangkok, Thailand, after being selected for the GCCA Innovandi Open Challenge. This prestigious program aims to foster partnerships between cement manufacturers and innovative tech startups to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete. Queens Carbon, known for its sustainable carbon capture and utilization technologies, formed a consortium as part of this initiative including Cementos Argos, Cemex, CRH, Heidelberg Materials, Holcim, TITAN Cement Group, and UltraTech Cement. CEO Daniel Kopp delivered a compelling pitch, showcasing their cutting-edge solutions.
For more information, visit the GCCA announcement, the GCCA challenge official website.
Queens Carbon wins Best Venture at the 2024 NREL Industry Growth Forum
May 3, 2024
Queens Carbon has been awarded the top honor of Best Venture at the 2024 NREL Industry Growth Forum. This prestigious recognition came after a competitive pitch by CEO Daniel Kopp. Out of 40 presenters, Queens Carbon stood out for its innovative low-CO₂ manufacturing technology for cementitious materials. The forum’s awards were based on six criteria: product/solution, market opportunity and strategy, business model, team, growth plans in the next 12 months, investment potential, and overall presentation. Winners receive 40 hours of technical assistance through the NREL Technical Assistance Program.
For more details, visit the NREL press release and the NREL Industry Growth Forum winners page.
Queens Carbon Named Among Cemex Ventures' Top 50 Most Promising Contech Startups of 2024
Jan 23, 2024
Queens Carbon has been recognized as one of the top 50 most promising construction technology (Contech) startups by Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital and open innovation unit of Cemex. This annual list showcases startups that are pioneering advancements in the construction industry across four strategic areas: Green Construction, Enhanced Productivity, Construction Supply Chain, and Future of Construction. The inclusion of Queens Carbon in this list underscores its innovative approach and potential to significantly impact the construction sector.
Queens Carbon specializes in developing sustainable carbon capture and utilization technologies. The selection of Queens Carbon highlights their commitment to revolutionizing the construction industry through green technology, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability. Being part of this prestigious list not only validates their efforts but also connects them with a network of industry leaders and potential investors, providing opportunities for collaboration and growth. For more information, you can check out the Cemex Ventures announcement and the complete list of selected startups here.
Queens Carbon and CEO Daniel Kopp selected for the Breakthrough Energy Fellowship program
Oct 4, 2022
Queens Carbon has been selected for the prestigious Breakthrough Energy Fellowship program, an initiative founded by Bill Gates to support the development of cutting-edge climate technologies. This program provides selected innovators with crucial funding, mentorship, and access to a vast network, accelerating the journey from early-stage development to market deployment. As part of the second cohort, Queens Carbon will join a list of nearly 30 other teams working on breakthrough technologies aimed at significantly reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. This selection highlights Queens Carbon’s potential to make a substantial impact in the fight against climate change.
Queens Carbon is dedicated to developing innovative technology for the cement and carbon capture and utilization industries. As part of the Breakthrough Energy Fellowship program, Queens Carbon will receive the necessary resources and support to advance their technology, scale their solutions, and bring them closer to commercial viability. This recognition not only underscores the potential of their work but also positions them as key players in the global effort to mitigate climate change.
For more details, you can visit the Breakthrough Energy news page.