Four projects enter final stage of National Highways' low carbon competition

13/11/2023
Dominic Browne

Plans for carbon-negative aggregate and smart fibre reinforced plastic bridge beams are among those in the final stage of National Highways' Accelerating Low Carbon Innovation competition.

Four firms, each set to receive up to £80,000 to make their low carbon projects a reality, have made it to the last round - whittled down from the seven initially awarded up to £30,000 to produce their plans.

The four remaining projects are:

  • Low Carbon Materials Limited (LCM), Seaham – delivering a carbon-negative aggregate for use in carbon-neutral asphalt.
  • PRG (Scotland) Limited, Hamilton – to produce a bitumen-like substance which would be useful for road construction and repairs.
  • Circular11 Ltd, Christchurch, Dorset - to provide highly durable, maintenance-free fencing material that turns mixed low-grade plastic into low-carbon infrastructure, and which will be collected and recycled at end-of-life.
  • Asset International Structures (pictured), Cwmbran - to develop smart fibre reinforced plastic bridge beams that incorporate a novel optical fibre, enabling structural performance monitoring in real-time and over the long-term.

As part of phase two of the programme, funding up to £80,000 is allocated based on the trial proposals submitted by applicants.

Melissa Giusti, National Highways project manager, said: 'In 2021 we set out our Net Zero plan which includes a commitment to net zero emissions from construction and maintenance activity by 2040.

'Material decarbonisation, building less, efficiently using materials, getting things right first time, making their assets last longer and driving change through whole-life carbon decision-making are areas that we're going to focus on.

'To address this, we're offering funding to innovators for the development of novel solutions that could help them reach their environmental goals. Many congratulations to all the companies who have made it to this stage and we look forward to seeing them develop their ideas.'

This competition is funded through National Highways’ Designated Funds, in collaboration with Connected Places Catapult.

Alex Weedon, executive director, SME development and academic engagement at Connected Places Catapult, said: 'The companies entering the trial phase of this accelerator will be assisted throughout by experts from the Catapult and partners. Each has been paired with a tier one contractor to help deploy their innovation on the ground.'

Balfour Beatty, Kier, Skanska, Jean Lefebvre UK (part of the Vinci Group) and Amey are supporting the four projects.

Latest Issue

latest magazine issue

ALSO INSIDE:

  • RoadExpo Scotland Preview
  • Legal brief: How to be a net zero hero
View the latest issue


Highways jobs

Assistant Lighting Engineer

£35,745 - £36,648
This role is a great opportunity for candidates who have significant experience of lighting and construction. Barrow in Furness, Cumbria
Recruiter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Plant Mechanic

£16,066 - £19,072
To provide a high quality, comprehensive and efficient maintenance, inspection, repair and test service. Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Recruiter: Mansfield District Council

Technical Assistant - Traffic Management

£28,770 - £33,024 GBP year
Are you looking for a career in highways? Liverpool, Merseyside
Recruiter: Liverpool City Council

Streetworks Technical Assistant

£28,770 - £33,024 GBP year
Liverpool City Council has embarked on a major improvement programme that involves all parts of the organisation. Liverpool, Merseyside
Recruiter: Liverpool City Council

Senior Transport Planner

£38,223 - £43,421 GBP year
Liverpool City Council has two exciting opportunities for Senior Transport Planners. Liverpool, Merseyside
Recruiter: Liverpool City Council

Senior Engineer Traffic Orders

£38,223 - £43,421 GBP year
Liverpool City Council has embarked on a major improvement programme that involves all parts of the organisation. Liverpool, Merseyside
Recruiter: Liverpool City Council

Public Transport Policy Lead

£38,223 - £43,421 GBP year
Do you want to improve public transport for the City of Liverpool. Liverpool, Merseyside
Recruiter: Liverpool City Council

Senior Engineer - Planned Maintenance

£38,223 - £43,421 GBP year
We are looking for a Senior Engineer to manage our planned maintenance programme. Liverpool, Merseyside
Recruiter: Liverpool City Council

X2 Civil Enforcement Officer

£26,421 - £27,334
Are you looking for a role where you can work independently and with a great team of people? Kendal, Cumbria
Recruiter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Highway Technician

£29,269 - £31,364
Highway and Transport Services – Enhancing Lives, Building Communities Wiltshire
Recruiter: Wiltshire Council

EV Infrastructure Delivery Officer

£32,076 - £33,945
Sustainable Transport – Decarbonising the Future Wiltshire
Recruiter: Wiltshire Council

Street Cleansing Driver / Operative (Pavement Sweeper)

£24,294 - £25,979, Grade 5, 37 hours, Permanent
The post holder will be part of a Street Scene Team to deliver a high quality citizen focused Street Scene service Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Recruiter: Wakefield Council

Street Cleansing Operative

£24,294 - £25,979 Grade 5, 37 hours, Permanent
An opportunity exists in the Council’s Street Scene Services for a Street Cleansing Operative Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Recruiter: Wakefield Council

Assistant Highway Maintenance Engineer – Operations (Career Grade)

£23,500 - £39,186 pro rata, Grade 4 to 9, 37 hours, Permanent
We are looking for two assistant engineers to be part of our Highways Network Management Team. Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Recruiter: Wakefield Council

Principal Transport Planning Officer

£42,403 - £45,441
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team in Hull. Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
Recruiter: Hull City Council

Highway Project Engineer (Operations)

£40,221 - £43,421, Grade 10, 37 hours, Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to be part of our Highways Network Management Team. Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Recruiter: Wakefield Council

Neighbourhood Officer Level 1 Arbor Inspector - 1798

Grade 6 £28,900 - £32,020
The Arboricultural Department in Manchester has a key role to play in making Manchester a greener city. Greater Manchester
Recruiter: Manchester City Council

Site Supervisor / Liaison Officer - SIA Qualified

£22361 - £24309 per annum + + 26 Days Leave & Defined Benefit Pension
Site Supervisor / Liaison Officer - SIA QualifiedPermanent, Full TimeUp to £24,309 per annumLocation
Recruiter: Essex County Council

EV Infrastructure Project Officer

£40,221 - £42,403
We are in the process of developing an Electric Vehicle Strategy for Wiltshire Wiltshire / Trowbridge
Recruiter: Wiltshire Council

Technical Support Officer - Enforcement

£24,948 - £26,845
Highway and Transport Services – Enhancing Lives, Building Communities Wiltshire / Devizes
Recruiter: Wiltshire Council

Highways Presents

 


Latest Video