An upstream approach to cement decarbonization
CURA Secures $1M in Non-Dilutive Funding from NorthX Climate Tech
Calgary, AB – April 29, 2026 – CURA today announced it has received $1 million in non-dilutive funding from NorthX Climate Tech as part of a $3 million investment into breakthrough industrial decarbonization solutions. CURA is one of four companies selected for this competitive funding round, alongside ShiftX Technologies, Kinitics, and Hydron Energy.
CURA is scaling an electrochemical technology that enables the production of cement with up to 85% less CO2 emissions. To achieve this, limestone (i.e. CaCO3) is processed into lime (specifically, hydrated lime: Ca(OH)2). Our processing method is known as “pre-calcination carbon capture” which enables low-cost capture of the CO2 emitted from limestone when it is decomposed to make high-value products like lime and cement. CURA’s near-zero-carbon lime can be sold as-is, or manufactured into low-carbon cement.
Designed as a retrofit solution for existing cement and lime plants, CURA’s technology integrates directly into current industrial infrastructure, eliminating the need for new supply chains or major process changes. The funding will support CURA’s 100 tonne per annum pilot project and accelerate the path to commercial-scale production of its near-zero-carbon lime production technology.
“Decarbonizing lime and cement is one of the hardest challenges in the industrial energy transition,” said Erin Bobicki, CURA CEO. “This support from NorthX enables us to accelerate pilot deployment, validate our technology at scale, and move closer to delivering a cost-competitive, zero-carbon solution for a critical global material.”
Lime and cement production account for >8% of global industrial CO2 emissions, largely due to the chemical process required to convert limestone into usable materials. CURA’s approach addresses both process and energy emissions, positioning the company to deliver meaningful reductions in one of the most difficult-to-abate sectors.
The NorthX investment will enable CURA to:
- Advance pilot-scale operations and system validation
- Further develop its electrochemical reactor technology
- Strengthen partnerships with industrial operators
- Accelerate commercialization timelines
This milestone builds on CURA’s broader strategy to scale practical, high-impact decarbonization solutions that align with industry needs—prioritizing cost competitiveness, ease of adoption, and measurable emissions reductions.
The announcement underscores growing momentum behind Canadian climate technology and highlights the role of targeted, non-dilutive funding in advancing early-stage, capital-intensive innovations.
About NorthX
Founded in 2021 with an initial investment from the BC Government, the Government of Canada, through Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program, and Shell Canada, NorthX Climate Tech (NorthX) is a catalyst for climate action, funding the climate hard tech solutions that transform industries and build lasting prosperity. Rooted in British Columbia but global in vision, we unite visionaries, investors, industry, government, and partners to scale technologies that drive deep decarbonization and economic growth for Canada. Like the “X” on a map, we pinpoint that pivotal moment when potential is immense, but capital is scarce, that place where local strengths become global solutions.
About CURA
CURA is a Canadian climatetech company developing electrochemical technology to reduce CO2 emissions from cement production. Its CURALYTETM-powered electrolyzer cuts emissions by up to 85% while lowering energy use and manufacturing cost. Designed as a retrofit-ready solution, CURA’s technology integrates with existing feedstocks, infrastructure, and operations. The company’s founders are seasoned climatetech leaders, with experience in scaling technologies to reduce global CO2 emissions. CURA works with partners globally to accelerate the decarbonization of the cement industry.
Learn more at curaclimate.com
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