A range of low-carbon cement and cementitious binders for Aotearoa’s homes, buildings and infrastructure
Case Study
Cradle to gate carbon emissions comparing a 60:40 blend from our Auckland facility (60% GP, 40% GGBFS) with default general purpose cement. This is showing that for every tonne of cement when replaced by ECOPlanet there is a reduction in carbon emissions by 380kg of CO2-e.
This equates to a 39.5% reduction in carbon intensity when compared to the Global Cement and Concrete Association's default CO2-e.[2]
What does a 39.5% reduction in CO2-e for each tonne of cement look like?
Our low-carbon range
In addition to ECOPlanet - ENVIROCore is a range of cement replacements available for concrete manufacturers, and other manufacturers using cement, to deliver high performance concrete with a lower embodied carbon impact.
ENVIROCore provides manufacturers the opportunity to lower the carbon of concrete by replacing GP cement with these alternatives. All products within the ENVIROCore range meet the New Zealand Standards.
ENVIROCore 100
Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBFS) to provide heightened durability in high wear and harsh areas including marine and highly acidic or alkaline environments. Also suitable for general purpose concrete applications.
ENVIROCore 200
Fly ash products sourced from international suppliers to provide improved workability, lower heat of hydration in large mass pours. Also suitable for general purpose concrete applications.
Which low carbon option is right for you?
| ECOPlanet | 20kg or 40kg through trade and retail outlets. Building Product Information Sheets Contact Holcim to find the right outlet in your area. Embodied Carbon Reduction: at least 30% |
| ENVIROCore 100 | Delivered on site for concrete manufacturers in the North Island. Available on request, with adequate lead time, for delivery to South Island sites. |
| ENVIROCore 200 | Delivered on site for concrete manufacturers in North and South Islands. |
What does a 30% saving in carbon emissions with ECOPlanet look like?
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FAQs
Carbon emissions is a term used for emissions of greenhouse gases, contributing to global warming. Carbon emissions are measured in the unit kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalence (kgCO2-e).
ECOPlanet is a low-carbon range of cement offering at least 30% reduction when compared to traditional ready-mix concrete solutions.
From the additions we build, the homes we create and DIY projects we undertake, we all can all play a part in building a low-carbon future. At Holcim New Zealand, we are committed to investing in research and technology that helps us reduce our impact on the environment.
Carbon offsets are used to compensate for carbon emitted from, for example producing a product, by purchasing third party verified carbon credits from carbon reductions elsewhere.
