TCG Story Category: Innovation

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Sustainability, Innovation

Recycled glass powder as a potential binder in concrete

2026-02-23

Concrete’s largest climate footprint comes from cement. Therefore, there is a strong global focus on materials that can replace parts of the cement without compromising quality or performance. One solution gaining attention is glass powder, finely ground recycled glass, that can be used as a pozzolanic material.

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Growing interest among construction companies in selecting the correct exposure class for concrete

2026-01-20

Many construction contractors opt for exposure classes that are higher than necessary in their projects. This results in unnecessary climate impact and increased costs. That is the view of Anders Lindvall, Technical Specialist at C-lab, Thomas Concrete Group’s research and development division, who is receiving a growing number of inquiries from clients and structural designers about which exposure class to choose.

Sustainability, Innovation

Our research for the future of concrete

2025-12-16

Research and Development is an important part of our effort to make the concrete industry more sustainable. Working closely with universities, industry associations, and suppliers, we explore innovative solutions that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete without compromising on quality.

Sustainability, Innovation

Why biodiversity matters in construction

2025-11-18

When we think about sustainable construction, energy efficiency and carbon emissions often steal the spotlight. But there is another critical piece of the puzzle: biodiversity. The way we build, the materials we choose, and even the forestry practices behind those materials all shape the ecosystems around us. Yet, knowledge about how different building materials impact biodiversity throughout their life cycle is still surprisingly limited.

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Low-carbon concrete reduces climate impact by up to 60 percent in residential project

2025-11-11

Uppsalahem, NCC and Thomas Betong are paving the way for the future of residential construction through the Takryttaren project in Uppsala, Sweden. Thanks to innovative solutions and close collaboration between the developer, contractor and material supplier, the climate impact from the concrete products used in Takryttaren has been reduced by up to 60 percent.

Innovation

Research for the future of concrete – Our ongoing work

2025-08-29

At Thomas Concrete Group, research and development are at the core of our mission to create a more sustainable concrete industry. Through close collaborations with universities, industry organizations, and material suppliers, we continuously explore new ways to find innovative solutions and to reduce concrete’s carbon footprint without compromising quality and durability. Currently, we are engaged in several exciting research projects focusing on alternative binders and innovative methods for evaluating concrete properties.

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Thomas Concrete Group and Boliden deepen their research collaboration

2025-04-08

Thomas Concrete Group and Boliden have signed a long-term research and development agreement with the goal of developing and optimizing an alternative binder for concrete, based on the SCMentum product concept developed by Boliden.

Sustainability, Innovation

New standard opens doors for natural pozzolans in concrete

2025-04-01

The concrete industry is facing an exciting transformation. With a new Swedish standard for natural pozzolans, there are opportunities to use materials like calcined clay and volcanic ash in concrete—something that can reduce the carbon footprint without compromising on quality.

Sustainability, Innovation

Part III: Karlatornet – The building that changed Gothenburg’s skyline

2025-03-19

Karlatornet is an impressive landmark in Gothenburg. For us at Team Thomas, it has been a fantastic opportunity to be part of this project, and we are proud to have contributed with both our expertise and innovative capabilities. Here is the final part of our article series.