Low-Carbon Concrete Global Market Report 2025

The low carbon concrete market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8.13 billion in 2024 to $9.14 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. Growth in the historic period can be attributed to a rising focus on corporate sustainability goals, increased investments in green construction materials, greater emphasis on reducing embodied carbon in buildings, growing awareness among architects and engineers, and the expansion of international standards and certifications for low-carbon construction materials.

The low carbon concrete market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.38 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12%. Growth in the forecast period can be attributed to strengthening environmental regulations, increasing demand for green building materials, heightened awareness of climate change, more government incentives for eco-friendly construction projects, and the expanding adoption of sustainable infrastructure developments. Major trends expected in the forecast period include technological advancements in cement alternatives, innovations in carbon capture, progress in concrete recycling, research and development in low-carbon binders, and the broader integration of supplementary cementitious materials.

The increasing awareness of sustainable building practices is expected to drive the growth of the low-carbon concrete market. Sustainable building practices involve designing and constructing buildings that reduce environmental impact, conserve resources, and enhance the health and efficiency of occupants. These practices are gaining momentum due to growing concerns about climate change, as they help to cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce energy consumption. Low-carbon concrete supports these sustainable building practices by lowering CO₂ emissions during production, reducing the environmental footprint of construction, and promoting energy-efficient, eco-friendly infrastructure. For example, in July 2024, the Green Building Council, a US-based non-profit organization, reported that more than 46,000 residential projects had earned LEED green building certification, showing nearly a 5% increase in new registrations compared to 2023. Therefore, the rising awareness of sustainable building practices is driving growth in the low-carbon concrete market.

Companies operating in the low-carbon concrete market are focusing on technological innovations, such as low-clinker concrete admixtures, to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the material's strength and durability. A low-clinker concrete admixture is an additive that reduces the amount of cement clinker in concrete, thus lowering CO₂ emissions and enhancing sustainability. For instance, in July 2023, CHRYSO Inc., a France-based construction company, launched EnviroMix, a global range of admixture solutions designed to produce low-carbon concrete. This admixture improves early strength development, enabling faster construction timelines and cost savings while using higher proportions of sustainable supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs). EnviroMix also offers digital tools to calculate and optimize the environmental impact of concrete mixes, supporting the construction industry's transition to sustainable, low-carbon building practices with high-performance concrete solutions.

In July 2023, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain, a France-based manufacturing company, acquired Chryso Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Compagnie de Saint-Gobain to strengthen its global leadership in sustainable construction by expanding its presence in the construction chemicals market with solutions that improve sustainability and performance. Chryso Inc. specializes in low-carbon concrete solutions and is known for its commitment to advancing eco-friendly construction practices.

Major players in the low-carbon concrete market are China National Building Material Company Limited, CRH plc, LafargeHolcim Ltd., Adani Group, CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V., Siam Cement Group Public Company Limited, Sika AG, UltraTech Cement Ltd., Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, Vicat Group, Aditya Birla Group, Titan Cement Company S.A., Shree Cement Limited, Breedon Group plc, Sociedade de Cimentos de Portugal, Buzzi Unicem SpA, JSW Cement Limited, Kiran Global Chems Limited, Hoffman Green Technologies Ltd., CarbonCure Technologies Inc., Carbon Upcycling Technologies Inc., CarbiCrete Inc., Ecocem Ireland Ltd., CarbonBuilt Inc., and Brimstone Energy Inc.

North America was the largest region in the low carbon concrete market in 2024. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in low-carbon concrete report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the low-carbon concrete market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the construction sector, particularly in materials procurement and project costs. Higher duties on imported steel, aluminum, lumber, and machinery have driven up expenses for builders, contractors, and infrastructure developers, leading to increased project bids and delayed timelines. Construction equipment manufacturers face similar challenges, with tariffs on essential components and raw materials inflating production costs and squeezing margins. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs in international markets have curtailed exports of U.S.-made construction equipment and materials, further affecting profitability. The sector must now prioritize local sourcing, modular construction techniques, and supply chain diversification to control costs and ensure project viability amid ongoing trade uncertainties.

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Low-carbon concrete refers to a type of concrete engineered to significantly reduce carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions compared to traditional concrete. This reduction is achieved through the use of alternative binders, supplementary cementitious materials (such as fly ash, slag, or silica fume), recycled aggregates, or carbon-capturing additives during production.

The main types of low-carbon concrete include Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)-based, Portland Limestone Cement (PLC)-based, and geopolymer concrete. Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)-based concrete refers to concrete made primarily with traditional OPC as the binding material. Product offerings include ready-mix concrete, precast concrete, prefabricated products, and others. These solutions incorporate materials such as fly ash-based components, slag-based materials, limestone calcined clay cement, recycled aggregates, and additional alternatives. Low-carbon concrete is used in residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure applications, serving end-users in sectors such as construction, transportation, energy, and others.

The low-carbon concrete consists of sales of ultra-high-performance concrete, self-compacting concrete, and green cementitious blocks. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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