Exclusive: Cement startup Furno lands $20M grant to build low-carbon micro-kilns in Chicago | TechCrunch
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Furno's innovative micro-kiln project, supported by a $20 million DOE grant, aims to reduce cement pollution and transportation costs in Chicago while producing locally.
According to CEO Gurinder Nagra, 'We've sized our facility...to that,' referring to their production model that aligns with Ozinga's specific needs, minimizing waste.
By using biogas for powering the kilns and incorporating recycled materials, Furno aims to significantly lessen the climate impact associated with cement production.
Cement manufacturing is a major contributor to carbon pollution, generating about 8% of the world's total, creating an urgent need for more sustainable production methods.
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