KlimaGrunn - an innovation partnership

KlimaGrunn is an innovation partnership between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, Statsbygg, Bane Nor, Multiconsult, Cautus Geo, Heidelberg Materials and Argeo to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in ground reinforcement.

Clients: The Norwegian Public Roads Administration, Statsbygg and Bane Nor.

Suppliers: Multiconsult, Cautus Geo, Heidelberg Materials (formerly Norcem) and Argeo.

Solution: New technology and methods reduce greenhouse gas emissions in ground reinforcement.

In the construction industry, more binder than necessary is often used in ground stabilisation projects. The common practice involves the extensive use of binders such as lime and cement to ensure the stability of the ground before construction begins. Whilst this approach results in a more stable and safe ground to build on, it also leads to significant greenhouse gas emissions. This is despite the fact that the lime and cement often come from Norwegian manufacturers.

Cautus Geo, Multiconsult, Heidelberg Materials (formerly Norcem) and Argeo have collaborated on the solution to cut greenhouse gas emissions.