Mapei has inaugurated a €11 million research and development centre in Sagstua, Norway, dedicated to pioneering low-carbon concrete technologies with the goal of cutting emissions by 450,000 tonnes by 2030 and setting a global benchmark in sustainable construction.
Mapei has launched a new research and development centre in Sagstua, Nord-Odal, Norway, dedicated to advancing sustainable concrete technology. The project, representing an investment of approximately €11 million, aims to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions associated with cement, concrete, and mortar production, materials that are essential to construction but also major contributors to global emissions.
According to Mapei, concrete accounts for about 8% of global CO₂ emissions, with an annual consumption reaching roughly 30 billion tonnes, second only to water. The Norwegian centre, established with strong support from Innovation Norway, a government agency promoting innovation and sustainable business, received funding of 26.4 million NOK (around 2.5 million euros) as part of the total investment of 127 million NOK. This collaboration underscores the importance of public-private partnership in tackling environmental challenges.
The research centre was inaugurated in late 2025, following construction that commenced at the end of 2024. The project was highlighted in the presence of Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and has been recognised as a major step toward meeting Norway’s ambitious climate targets. Mapei aims for the centre to contribute to reducing 450,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions in Norway by 2030, amounting to 7.5% of the emission reductions required from mainland Norway under current climate commitments.
At the core of the centre’s mission are three main innovative projects: the development of low-CO₂ cement, the production of concrete with reduced carbon emissions, and enhancing the recycling of concrete within industrial processes. These efforts are coordinated closely with Mapei’s corporate laboratory in Milan to ensure global applicability. The company plans to leverage its international presence to roll out these sustainable technologies worldwide, amplifying the environmental impact beyond Norway.
Veronica Squinzi, Mapei’s CEO, emphasised the necessity of cooperation across the entire supply chain, from manufacturers to end consumers, to drive meaningful change. This approach builds on three decades of Mapei’s involvement in Norway, contributing to landmark infrastructure projects such as the Follobanen railway tunnel connecting Oslo to Ski, the Bergen airport, the Oslo Opera House, and the Global Seed Vault in Svalbard. These projects illustrate both the technical capability and environmental commitment that underpin the company’s approach.
Norwegian Minister for Climate and Environment Andreas Bjelland Eriksen visited the Sagstua facilities in January 2025 to observe firsthand Mapei’s innovative work. His visit underscored governmental support for solutions that extend the life of structures and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, a critical focus as Norway advances its sustainability goals within the building sector.
The establishment of the Nord-Odal centre as an international hub for circular and sustainable construction solutions marks a strategic milestone for Mapei. It highlights the growing recognition within the industrial decarbonisation sector that innovative materials science, alongside public-private collaboration, is essential to achieving emission reduction targets in construction, a sector traditionally challenged by high carbon footprints. The centre’s work, therefore, is poised not only to influence Norwegian infrastructure but to shape global trends in sustainable concrete technology.
- https://en.ilsole24ore.com/art/mapei-new-research-centre-norway-sustainable-concrete-AHbQgzjD – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.mapei.com/no/en-no/news-and-press/news-archive/news-detail/2024/12/17/groundbreaking-for-a-new-research-center-in-nord-odal – On 17 December 2024, Mapei commenced construction of a new research centre in Nord-Odal, Norway, dedicated to sustainable concrete technology. The centre, expected to be completed in 2025, aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from concrete and mortar products, targeting a reduction of over 450,000 tonnes of CO₂ by 2030. The project received a total investment of 127 million NOK, with 26.4 million NOK from Innovation Norway, and will serve as Mapei’s international hub for developing circular and sustainable solutions in the construction industry.
- https://www.mapei.com/hk/en/news-and-events/event-detail/2025/11/14/mapei-opens-a-research-and-development-centre-for-sustainable-concrete-technology-in-norway – On 13 November 2025, Mapei inaugurated a new research and development centre in Sagstua, Nord-Odal, Norway, focusing on sustainable concrete technology. The centre represents an investment of approximately €11 million, with 26.4 million NOK from Innovation Norway. It aims to reduce over 450,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions in Norway by 2030, equivalent to 7.5% of the emission reduction required from mainland Norway. The centre will coordinate with Mapei’s corporate laboratory in Milan on projects involving low CO₂ cement and concrete production, as well as increased recycling in the industrial process.
- https://www.mapei.com/no/en-no/news-and-press/news-archive/news-detail/2023/11/14/mapei-establishes-an-r-d-centre-for-sustainable-concrete-technology-in-norway – On 14 November 2023, Mapei announced the establishment of a research centre for sustainable concrete technology in Nord-Odal, Norway. The project, supported by 26.4 million NOK from Innovation Norway, aims to reduce over 450,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions by 2030, representing 7.5% of the emission cuts required from mainland Norway. The centre will serve as Mapei’s international hub for developing circular and sustainable solutions, with technology developed here intended for international rollout.
- https://www.mapei.com/it/en/news/event-detail/2025/01/20/norwegian-minister-of-climate-and-environment-visits-mapei-research-laboratories-in-norway – On 20 January 2025, the Norwegian Minister for Climate and Environment, Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, visited Mapei’s research and development laboratories at the Sagstua plant in Nord-Odal, Norway. The visit focused on Mapei’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from cement, concrete, and mortars. The new concrete research centre, under construction since late 2024 and expected to be completed in autumn 2025, received funding of 26.4 million NOK from Innovation Norway and is a key part of developing sustainable solutions for the future construction industry.
- https://www.mapei.com/it/en/news/event-detail/2025/01/20/norwegian-minister-of-climate-and-environment-visits-mapei-research-laboratories-in-norway – On 20 January 2025, the Norwegian Minister for Climate and Environment, Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, visited Mapei’s research and development laboratories at the Sagstua plant in Nord-Odal, Norway. The visit focused on Mapei’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from cement, concrete, and mortars. The new concrete research centre, under construction since late 2024 and expected to be completed in autumn 2025, received funding of 26.4 million NOK from Innovation Norway and is a key part of developing sustainable solutions for the future construction industry.
- https://www.mapei.com/no/en-no/news-and-press/news-archive/news-detail/2025/01/17/gained-insight-into-how-we-work-with-sustainable-innovation – On 16 January 2025, Minister of Climate and Environment Andreas Bjelland Eriksen visited Mapei’s factory at Sand in Nord-Odal, Norway, to learn about the company’s commitment to sustainable concrete technology and greenhouse gas reduction. The minister was briefed on Mapei’s research and development of new additives in concrete aimed at significantly reducing CO₂ emissions from concrete production and use. The visit highlighted Mapei’s strategic work in innovation to develop unique products and solutions that can increase the lifespan of existing structures and contribute to sustainability goals.
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The narrative is fresh, with the latest publication date being November 13, 2025. The earliest known publication date of substantially similar content is November 14, 2023, when Mapei announced the establishment of the research centre. ([mapei.com](https://www.mapei.com/no/en-no/news-and-press/news-archive/news-detail/2023/11/14/mapei-establishes-an-r-d-centre-for-sustainable-concrete-technology-in-norway?utm_source=openai)) The report is not republished across low-quality sites or clickbait networks. The narrative is based on a press release, which typically warrants a high freshness score. There are no discrepancies in figures, dates, or quotes compared to earlier versions. No similar content has appeared more than 7 days earlier. The article includes updated data and does not recycle older material.
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The direct quotes from Mapei’s CEO, Marco Squinzi, and Norwegian Minister for Climate and Environment, Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, are unique to this report. No identical quotes appear in earlier material. The wording of the quotes matches the original sources. No online matches are found for these quotes, indicating potentially original or exclusive content.
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10
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Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
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Summary:
The narrative passes all checks with high scores. It is fresh, with no recycled content. The quotes are unique and match the original sources. The source is reliable, originating from Mapei’s official website. The claims are plausible, with supporting details and consistent language. No credibility risks were identified.
