Carbon Crusher
Carbon Crusher, based in Oslo, Norway, innovates in the industrials and climate sector by using carbon binding lignin for road maintenance, enhancing road durability while achieving net carbon negativity.
Company Overview
Carbon Crusher, based in Oslo, Norway, operates in the industrials sector with a focus on climate solutions. The company specializes in road maintenance using a unique carbon binding lignin, which replaces heavy oil, making the process cheaper, more durable, and net carbon negative. Active in Norway and Europe, Carbon Crusher offers services both remotely and partly remotely.
Innovative Road Rehabilitation Methods
Carbon Crusher provides a revolutionary road rehabilitation method that utilizes carbon binding lignin. This approach not only reduces CO2 emissions but also results in roads that are up to 300% stronger compared to conventional methods. Every 100 feet of road maintained removes approximately 1.5 tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere, contributing to the company’s mission of creating carbon negative roads.
Technological Enhancements
In addition to their carbon binding technology, Carbon Crusher employs satellite imagery to monitor road status and potential. They offer tech and bio enhancements designed to make roads greener and to address the climate crisis effectively. The company provides a carbon calculator on their website to estimate CO2 savings and offers a comprehensive Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) covering the full production lifecycle of their road rehabilitation process.
Services
Carbon Crusher offers 'Crushing As A Service' (CRAAS) to public and private road owners and refurbishers. Since its inception, the company has refurbished approximately 300 roads using their method, resulting in an estimated CO2 saving of 17,360 tonnes. Carbon Crusher’s services are gaining international traction for their innovative approach, inspired by Buckminster Fuller's philosophy of efficient and sustainable use of Earth's resources.
Founding and Growth
Carbon Crusher is a part of the Y Combinator W22 batch and has a team of 8 individuals. Despite being in the early stages of development, the company is making significant strides in the field of industrial climate solutions. Their unique approach and international traction underscore their role as a leading player in the transition to more sustainable road infrastructure.