PBS NewsHour

This cement alternative absorbs carbon dioxide like a sponge

Clip: 04/13/2015 | 7m 25s

Cement has been called the foundation of modern civilization, the stuff of highways, bridges, sidewalks and buildings of all sizes. But its production comes with a huge carbon footprint. Environmental chemist David Stone was seeking a way to keep iron from rusting when he stumbled upon a possible substitute that requires significantly less energy. Special correspondent Kathleen McCleery reports.

Aired: 04/13/15

Rating: NR

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