Bachelor/Master Thesis: Life Cycle assesment of CO2 Mineralization for Sustainable Construction Materials

Erkrath

Co-reactive is revolutionizing the construction industry by transforming CO₂ into high-performance building materials. Our goal is to make CO₂-efficient construction possible for everyone, everywhere. Using our systems, we produce a sustainable cement substitute that binds CO₂ permanently and with long-term durability. We are currently scaling our production facilities to an industrial level — and we need you to help us do it! We’re a fast-growing, dynamic team of more than 12 employees, bringing together our technical center, production, and office at a single location in Erkrath, right near Düsseldorf.

Tasks

In this thesis, you will conduct a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Co-reactive’s carbon mineralization process. You will gather primary process data from our newly commissioned demonstration plant and use LCA software to build a model and analyse emissions using a cradle-to-gate approach.

You will work closely with the engineering team to collect data and with the wider team to understand the overall process chain. Your work will help us better understand the environmental impact of our technology and identify key levers for improvement as we scale up.

Tasks

Identify the relevant processes across the value chain
Collect and structure the required process with operational data
Build a cradle-to-gate LCA model
Analyze the environmental impacts of the process
Identify the main emission hotspots and improvement opportunities
Document assumptions, methodology, and results clearly

Requirements

You are studying engineering, chemistry, materials science, physics, sustainability sciences or a related field.
You have an interest in sustainability assessment, environmental analysis, or process engineering.
Previous experience with sustainability studies or LCA is a plus.
You work in a structured and independent way
You are highly motivated to contribute to the development of sustainable construction materials and the growth of a startup company.

Benefits

You will gain direct insight into the industrial scaling by a technology startup
You will be supported by a strong network of expertise within and outside the company.
We are a young team with flat hierarchies and a hands-on mentality, meaning decisions are made and implemented quickly.

Ready to revolutionize the industry and actively contribute to a more sustainable future? Join our team at Co-reactive! Apply now and let's shape a better world together.

Note: At Co-reactive, we prioritize diversity and equal opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.