CURA Climate Inc. (CURA), a Canadian climate-tech firm, and international building materials provider TITAN Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to evaluate a breakthrough electrochemical approach to cement production. The collaboration aims to validate CURA’s limestone-splitting technology, which could potentially reduce process emissions by 85 per cent compared to traditional clinker manufacturing.
The partnership will focus on CURA’s proprietary “CURALYTE” platform. This technology uses electricity and a redox mediator to split limestone into high-purity calcium hydroxide and a concentrated stream of CO₂. By capturing the CO₂ upstream before it ever reaches the kiln, the process seeks to redesign the cement-making journey for a low-carbon economy while remaining compatible with existing industrial infrastructure.
“Decarbonising cement requires technologies that can integrate with existing infrastructure while dramatically reducing emissions,” said Erin Bobicki, CEO of CURA. “TITAN has been a global leader in sustainable building materials, and this partnership is an exciting step toward validating our technology with one of the world’s most forward-thinking cement producers.”
The initial phase of the agreement involves rigorous laboratory testing and validation of the CURA-produced materials. This will be followed by technical and commercial assessments to explore the potential for pilot deployment within TITAN’s global operations.
For TITAN, the move aligns with its “TITAN Forward 2029” strategic growth plan, which prioritises the scaling of pioneering technologies to achieve net-zero building solutions.
“TITAN Group continuously evaluates breakthrough technologies that can transform our industry,” said Elli Argyrou, Head of Ventures & Partnerships at TITAN Group. “We look forward to testing CURA’s electrochemical approach and exploring how it could complement our already strong pathway to net-zero cement.”
