Accelerator Programme
Sustainable Building
Materials
CRH is a leading provider of
building materials solutions
that build, connect and
improve our world
Creating value through sustainable solutions:
CRH is leading the transition to smarter, more sustainable construction to meet the evolving needs of our customers and society.
$13.9 billion revenue generated from products with enhanced sustainability attributes in 2023
43.9 million tonnes of wastes and by-products from other industries recycled
400+ innovation projects underway across CRH operating companies since the start of 2023
This accelerator offered startups an opportunity to partner, pilot and commercialise their solutions with CRH.
Shortlisted 2025 Applicants
We were excited to invite eight shortlisted companies to present at our Pitch Day event in London in March 2025. Each of these startups are developing sustainable building materials solutions capable of lowering emissions, demonstrating circularity or reducing waste, energy and water usage in the built environment.
Developing and manufacturing advanced carbon nano materials to create a safer, more connected and sustainable world.
- Founders:
- David J Arthur
- Robert J Praino
Developing a process that turns industrial waste like steel slag into sustainable cement while capturing CO2.
- Founders:
- Freddie Scott
- Eliot Brooks
- Dr Will Knapp
A growing technology company offering innovative and sustainable byproduct treatment solutions.
- Founders:
- Shahrukh Shamim
- Aseem Pandey
- Milana Trifkovic
Creating environmentally friendly concrete additives that substantially reduce CO2 emissions.
- Founders:
- Nima Rahbar, PD
- Suzanne Scarlata, PHD
An ultra-low carbon cement from industrial byproducts.
- Founders:
- Dr Liz Giligan
- Sam Clark
An advanced materials science startup, developing novel self-healing concrete.
- Founders:
- Arta Selmani
Re-engineering concrete to make it regenerative, resilient and carbon neutral.
- Founders:
- Zarina Bazoeva
- Matt Kennedy-Good
Refining the 2.5B tons of U.S. landfilled coal ash into valuable end-products.
- Founders:
- Krish Mehta
- Jorge Osio-Norgaard
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Is the programme cohort-based?
Six to eight companies are selected to enter the accelerator programme, but we remain flexible with the timeline of each pilot project. The most important element is that the pilots can demonstrate success in a way that proves scalability and drives innovative product development.
How is the programme funded?
All pilot and travel expenses are covered by the accelerator programme.
Is the programme in-person or remote?
While some meetings are held remotely, teams are required to travel on-site (in North America and or Europe), where applicable, to execute the pilot.
How are the start-ups selected?
All application submissions are carefully reviewed and the most relevant applicants are invited to present to CRH teams. Following this assessment, companies are selected to enter the programme.
What is the workload and required effort for startups when joining the programme?
The workload depends on the nature of each pilot project but should be commensurate with any early adopter use.
What type of mentoring, coaching and funding opportunities are offered?
Companies have wide engagement with CRH meeting regularly with management in CRH’s operating companies as well as the Innovation and Ventures team to discuss the pilot’s development, the company’s product roadmap, go-to market strategy, financing and supporting operational infrastructure.
Does CRH Ventures consider investing in programme participants?
At the conclusion of the programme, companies may be considered for an investment from CRH Ventures of up to $5M.
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