Sublime Systems

Produces low-carbon cement for construction

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

About Sublime Systems

Sublime Systems produces low-carbon cement aimed at reducing the environmental impact of traditional cement manufacturing. Their unique process eliminates the need for a kiln, which is typically the most energy-intensive part of cement production. The low-carbon cement they offer performs similarly to conventional cement but with significantly lower CO2 emissions, making it appealing to construction professionals looking to minimize their environmental footprint. Unlike competitors, Sublime Systems focuses on a sustainable approach without sacrificing performance, and they sell their product by the metric ton for large-scale projects. Their goal is to commercialize this low-carbon cement and work towards achieving zero emissions in the future.

Somerville, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$117.6MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Energy, Social ImpactIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Risks

High electricity costs may impact the economic viability of their process.
Potential competition from established producers investing in similar technologies.
Dependence on large-scale investments and grants for financial sustainability.

Differentiation

Sublime Systems uses electrochemistry to produce low-carbon cement without kilns.
Their technology simultaneously produces green hydrogen, enhancing sustainability.
The cement performs like traditional cement but with significantly reduced CO2 emissions.

Upsides

Sublime Systems secured $75M from major investors like Holcim and CRH.
The company is launching a new plant, creating 70-90 jobs.
Growing demand for sustainable construction materials boosts their market potential.

Funding

Total raised$117.56 M
Latest valuation$375.00 M
StageEARLY_VC