TDB Backs Carbon Craft to Commercialise Ultra-Low Carbon Geopolymer Wall Claddings, Boost Green Manufacturing

In a move aligned with the Government of India’s push for sustainable industrial growth and circular economy practices, the Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science & Technology, has signed an agreement with Carbon Craft Design Pvt. Ltd. to provide financial assistance for the commercialisation of eco-friendly, ultra-low carbon footprint wall claddings.

The project, titled “Commercialization of the Eco-friendly Ultra Low Carbon Footprint Wall Claddings,” involves setting up a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for geopolymer-based tiles developed using indigenous technology.

Indigenous Low-Carbon Manufacturing

Carbon Craft, a design and material innovation startup, focuses on developing circular economy-based building materials by utilising construction and demolition waste. Its proprietary technology enables permanent sequestration of industrial byproducts into value-added products such as tiles, aggregates and bricks.

The proposed geopolymer wall claddings are manufactured using recycled quartz waste and multi-grade quartz sand through specialised processing and blending techniques. The production process eliminates the need for energy-intensive kiln firing, significantly lowering the carbon footprint compared to conventional materials.

Supporting India’s Climate Goals

Shri Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, TDB, said the transition to sustainable construction materials is critical to achieving India’s climate commitments and net-zero ambitions. He noted that support for innovative startups would enable commercialisation of indigenous technologies that reduce emissions, promote waste valorisation and strengthen the country’s green manufacturing ecosystem.

The founders of Carbon Craft Design Pvt. Ltd. stated that TDB’s financial support would help accelerate manufacturing scale-up and expand market access for sustainable building materials. The company reiterated its commitment to advancing low-carbon construction solutions in line with circular economy principles and the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Officials said the project is expected to support import substitution in specialised architectural cladding materials, reduce industrial waste and promote environmentally responsible construction practices across India.