# Calera Corporation

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/calera

- Industry: Environmental Services
- Headquarters: US
- Website: www.calera.com
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 1, 2009)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Calera Corporation specializes in the development and manufacturing of low-carbon cement products aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the construction industry.Founded in 2007 and headquartered in the US, Calera Corporation focuses on sustainable construction materials through its innovative products. The company has undergone strategic pivots to enhance its offerings and remains a private entity. The CEO, Ronald Birkhoff, has a history of leading companies towards sustainable solutions. Calera Corporation has raised a total of USD 10.6 mn in funding, with the most recent round occurring on December 14, 2011.Calera Corporation's product lines include ReAct™ Blend, a performance-enhancing supplement for traditional Portland cement, and ReAct™ Pure, a complete replacement for Portland cement derived from vaterite transformation. These low-carbon cement products are designed to serve clients in construction and infrastructure development, with key customers including educational institutions and construction firms focused on environmental sustainability. The products are marketed primarily in the United States, particularly in regions like California where eco-friendly building is prioritized.Calera Corporation generates revenue through direct sales of its ReAct™ cement products to B2B clients, including construction firms. Their sales structure typically involves purchase agreements based on specific project requirements. Revenue is derived from the sale of ReAct™ Blend and ReAct™ Pure, aligning with sustainability goals and compliance with industry regulations.Calera Corporation plans to utilize the recent USD 10.6 mn funding raised in December 2011 to enhance its product development efforts and expand its market reach. The company is designing new product variations to meet diverse construction needs and aims to target new geographic regions within the United States by 2023. This strategy is focused on increasing its footprint in areas with growing demand for sustainable materials.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 1, 2009 — Khosla Ventures

## Investors

- Khosla Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/khosla-ventures) — Seed