Rapid carbon-to-stone tech nears industry deployment after 2,500-hour operational run

Paebbl, a Netherlands-based startup specializing in carbon mineralization, has achieved significant engineering milestones that bring its rapid carbon-to-stone technology closer to industrial deployment. Unlike the natural process that takes centuries, Paebbl claims it can lock CO₂ into rock-like materials within hours at a scale suitable for commercial use. Recently, the company’s R&D center surpassed critical operational benchmarks, including 500 continuous hours at its Demo plant and over 2,000 hours at its Pilot plant, marking a transition from isolated tests to continuous operation. These achievements demonstrate a rapid scale-up trajectory and coincide with growing demand from construction firms seeking lower-carbon materials. The Demo plant, equipped with comprehensive sensor systems, enables real-time data collection and remote monitoring, accelerating development through immediate feedback and an internal AI knowledge system that facilitates seamless information flow. Paebbl heavily relies on digital twins and extensive simulations to optimize reactors and production lines, aiming to reduce costs and speed material development. The Pilot plant maintains consistent output while cost