Construction Material Accelerator Programs
CRH Ventures Launched an Accelerator to Scale Startups
Colin Smith — June 4, 2025
The Sustainable Building Materials Accelerator is an initiative by CRH Ventures designed to support early-stage companies that develop sustainable solutions for the construction industry. The program targets startups in the ConstructionTech and ClimateTech sectors, focusing on innovations that reduce emissions, minimize waste, and improve energy efficiency. It specifically emphasizes sustainable binder solutions, novel material applications for cement and concrete, and the utilization of CO₂ mineralized materials. The accelerator offers support through pilot programs, providing access to CRH’s extensive network of operating companies and industry partners, along with opportunities for strategic investment at the conclusion of the pilots.
The accelerator program is structured to deliver both technical and commercial assistance, helping participating startups refine their products and scale their operations within a real-world industrial environment. By facilitating technology validation and market adoption through pilot engagements, the initiative aims to accelerate the integration of breakthrough sustainable technologies in the building materials sector. This effort aligns with CRH’s broader objectives of decarbonizing construction practices and advancing circularity in the built world, thereby contributing to the industry’s transition towards more sustainable operations.
