Material Evolution

We're excited to feature in The Washington Post's big new piece on the future of concrete - the 2nd most used material on Earth (after water).    The piece captures the challenges and opportunities in the industry, highlights our proprietary alkali fusion process, and features some great shots of our R&D team (who the Washington Post calls "very focused bunnies").   Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/e_aS7SAJ   Sam Clark David Hughes Elizabeth Gilligan William Booth Emily Wright Ayesha Kazim #industrialdecarbonisation #greencement #concrete #cement #netzero #alkalifusion

🎉 We're on the shortlist! 🎉 Both Material Evolution and our CEO and co-founder Dr. Elizabeth Gilligan have been shortlisted for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗨𝗞 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: ▶️ Our Mevo A1 Production Facility is a finalist for 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 ▶️ Dr. Liz Gilligan is a finalist for 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 Thanks for the recognition, BusinessGreen! https://lnkd.in/dbp2c4zF #UKGBA

If someone had told Unreasonable Fellow Elizabeth Gilligan years ago that she’d be running a cement company, she probably would have laughed. But one experiment led to another, first in a converted garage, then with machines bought off eBay, until she found herself at the helm of Material Evolution, leading a breakthrough in ultra-low carbon cement. Liz is tackling one of the world’s biggest environmental problems: cement production, a major contributor to global emissions. Using AI-driven alkali-fusion technology, her company has developed a process that cuts carbon by up to 85% without sacrificing strength or performance. In just five years, they’ve scaled from grams of material to an 18-ton-an-hour production facility, securing major investment and industry recognition along the way. Liz has been selected to join the Unreasonable Impact UK & Europe 2025 cohort, a collaboration between Unreasonable and Barclays dedicated to scaling businesses that merge profit and impact. Through this programme, Material Evolution will gain access to world-class mentorship, resources, and a powerful global network to accelerate its growth and maximise its impact. You can learn more about Liz here - https://lnkd.in/ehVGtFby And you can learn more about Material Evolution here -https://lnkd.in/e9yFh7w9

🎙️ We are thrilled to announce one of our guest speakers for our ClimateImpact Flagship Summit! We’re excited to welcome Elizabeth Gilligan, Co-Founder & CEO of Material Evolution. Liz is leading groundbreaking work in turning industrial waste into next-generation materials, using machine learning and patented geopolymer technology to create a cement alternative with 85% lower CO₂ emissions. As a scientist, entrepreneur, and leader in sustainable manufacturing, she’s helping to reshape one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries. The Summit will be held at the The Royal Institution on May 7th, where we’ll unite 500+ climate leaders, founders, and investors for a day of transformative action. We’re looking forward to fostering bold discussions that translate ambition into measurable climate impact. Interested? Register using the link in the comments below.

We’re excited to work with the Aldersgate Group and its members to support industrial decarbonisation here in the UK! #industrialdecarbonisation #ukinnovation

We need to look harder at cement’s climate impact. 🏗️🌍 Chances are, you’re less than a few metres away from something made with cement, it’s one of the most ubiquitous resources after water. And while the industry plays a crucial role in the UK's economic and infrastructure growth, it is responsible for 1.5% of the nation's emissions, and we’re going to need a lot more of it if the government is going to get building. In our latest blog, Amira Jamal, policy analyst breaks down the four headline reasons why we should care more about the industry. And in our latest briefing, we detail projections of how to reduce emissions from the cement industry and recommend how the government can pave the way through constructive policies in their upcoming industrial strategy and beyond. Read the blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRnFpVWt Read the analysis 👉 https://lnkd.in/eyU8xzyM Read our other work on cutting carbon in industry 👉 https://lnkd.in/gV_aYEhh Material Evolution CarbonCure Technologies #CleanCement #Cement #DecarbonisingIndustry

🤔 What do pharmaceuticals, geology and sushi have in common? Well, that would be Bruno Campos, our latest #MeetMevo feature employee!    Bruno has spent his career exploring materials from every angle — between studying nanoparticles, preserving ancient art, and even running his own restaurant.      Now, as senior chemist at Material Evolution, he’s bringing his scientific expertise to the table to rethink the way we produce cement — with sustainability at the core.    🔬 Curious about his journey? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dug9Q7Nc.   #MeetTheTeam #GreenCement #ConstructionInnovation #SustainableMaterials #MeetMevo

With #InternationalWomensDay just around the corner, we’re shining a spotlight on the powerhouse women at Material Evolution who are pushing the boundaries of sustainability head-on. 💡    Did you know that women make up just 15% of the UK construction workforce? At Material Evolution, we’re proud to defy these statistics, leading the way in addressing barriers for women in a traditionally male-dominated industry.    From breaking new ground in ultra-low carbon cement technology to leading the way in transforming waste into opportunity, our women-led team is rewriting the playbook of what’s possible in the concrete industry and beyond.     This International Women’s Day and every day, we celebrate their vision, ingenuity and relentless pursuit of progress. #AccelerateAction #WomenInLeadership #WomenInConstruction #WomenInSTEM #ConstructionInnovation 

Had a great time pitching Material Evolution at the EVA Wales Innovation Day in Cardiff this week, organized by Associated British Ports & Plug and Play UK! Concrete is the 2nd most used material in the world (after water), and we need to do everything we can do decarbonize it. Great to see the South Wales industrial community excited about embracing this challenge - and looking forward to more trips to Cardiff (hopefully)! Max Harris Rebecca Rosser Tomás Christina Kim Hugo Nicholls Jack Stenson Kieran Borrett #industrialdecarbonisation #netzero #decarbonisation #innovation

We’ve had an incredible first day at 180 Studios listening to pitches from the first 4 finalists in our Accelerator for Sustainable Building Materials, Cocoon, EnviCore Inc., PHNX Materials and Material Evolution. 🚀 The level of competition is exceptionally strong and it’s clear that we have some very talented and focused individuals at companies intent on transforming the future of the building materials industry. 🏗️ Thank you to all those who participated in our panel discussion, shared insights and posed questions - the conversation has been excellent and very thought provoking! Keep following along tomorrow for day 2, as we hear from the next 4 finalists aiming to reinvent the way our world is built. 🌎 #SBMPitchDay #Accelerator #VentureCapital #ConTech #Innovation