Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage
At Holcim we are committed to decarbonize building to create a net-zero future.
Decarbonizing building starts with our operations, and more specifically with cement manufacturing. At Holcim, we focus on two main approaches:
- Reducing CO2 emissions from low-carbon formulations to renewable energy.
- Advancing Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technology for the remaining CO2 emissions we cannot avoid.
CCUS is a key lever to accelerate our decarbonization journey. With more than 50 CCUS projects around the world and a commitment to invest CHF 2 billion by 2030, we are leading our industry’s transition to a net-zero future.
Our projects are based on mature technologies, driven by the strength of our engineering teams and advanced partnerships across the value chain. This robust and highly diversified roadmap makes Holcim uniquely positioned as the partner of choice to scale up carbon capture technologies.

“As a global leader in building solutions, Holcim is committed to leading our sector’s decarbonization. With the strength of our engineering teams, the maturity and scalability of our technologies, and our advanced partnerships across the value chain, CCUS can fundamentally change our industry for a net-zero future.”
Reaching net zero with ccus
We are exploring more than 50 projects around the world and are committed to capturing more than 5 million tons of CO2 annually by 2030. Our diverse portfolio ranges from CO2 storage to CO2 utilization, including mineralization. Among these, we have identified 11 flagship projects. Based on mature technologies and robust partnerships and value chains, these sites are well positioned to become net-zero cement plants and produce net-zero cement.

Driving decarbonization in Europe
We are at the forefront of Europe’s decarbonization. Together with the European Union (EU) Innovation Fund, we are advancing CCUS projects in Germany, Poland, Belgium, Croatia and France. All five Holcim projects are based on highly scalable, mature technologies and advanced partnerships, putting clean technologies to work for Europe’s net-zero future.
Our CCUS Pathways

Storage
After CO2 is captured from a facility, it is transported – via pipeline, train, ship or truck – and safely stored either onshore or offshore.
Mineralization
CO2 is reacted with minerals to form carbonates, safely storing the CO2 for use in cement, concrete and aggregates.
Conversion utilization
CO2 can be repurposed by reaction with green hydrogen to produce low-carbon fuels or chemicals and plastics.
Market utilization
Captured CO2 can be used for greenhouse plants as a crop growth enhancer or for beverage carbonation, for example.
scalING up CCUS
At Holcim, we are tailoring pathways and value chains based on the local conditions. Working with other private companies as well as with start-ups, we have a portfolio of diverse and cost-effective solutions that can be scaled up across the company.
We understand there is no “one size fits all” CCUS solution. Different sites have different available storage or utilization options, and regulations may vary between countries.
Deep collaboration among public authorities, private companies, local stakeholders and other value chain partners is essential to securing the development of technologies that will unlock the business case for CCUS and enable a net-zero future.

Frequently asked questions
Talk to an expert
Want to learn more about our CCUS projects? Drop us a line, and someone from our team will be in touch.