About Us

We are creating low-carbon construction materials for the builders of tomorrow.

Vision

A world where the next generation builds at net zero, achieved by unlocking the circular economy between steelmaking and cement.

Goals

Together, we’ve defined bold and inspiring goals for the impact we aim to create.


01

Reduce concrete emissions

Deliver 11 million tonnes of SCM by 2032, mitigating 10 million tonnes of CO₂ per year

02

Unlock a circular economy

Valorize the growing global supply of EAF slag into LoopCem™, a reliable, high-performing SCM.

03

Drive global adoption

Scaling worldwide to meet demand for sustainable construction materials.

Timeline

It’s been an incredible journey so far, and we’re excited for what’s next as we continue driving our mission forward.

May 2023

Cocoon is founded with the mission to help the world continue building whilst on a path to net zero.

May 2023

Cocoon is founded with the mission to help the world continue building whilst on a path to net zero.

May 2023

Cocoon is founded with the mission to help the world continue building whilst on a path to net zero.

a concrete bench sitting next to a cement wall

November 2023

The founders relocate to New York for six months to develop a prototype and validate the technology (TRL4) at the HAX facility, following initial investments from HAX and Carbon13.

a concrete bench sitting next to a cement wall

November 2023

The founders relocate to New York for six months to develop a prototype and validate the technology (TRL4) at the HAX facility, following initial investments from HAX and Carbon13.

a concrete bench sitting next to a cement wall

November 2023

The founders relocate to New York for six months to develop a prototype and validate the technology (TRL4) at the HAX facility, following initial investments from HAX and Carbon13.

May 2024

Cocoon secures a $5.4m pre-seed round led by Gigascale, Wireframe Ventures, and Celsius Industries, along with an additional $1m from Innovate UK across two grants.

May 2024

Cocoon secures a $5.4m pre-seed round led by Gigascale, Wireframe Ventures, and Celsius Industries, along with an additional $1m from Innovate UK across two grants.

May 2024

Cocoon secures a $5.4m pre-seed round led by Gigascale, Wireframe Ventures, and Celsius Industries, along with an additional $1m from Innovate UK across two grants.

white and brown ceramic container

July 2024

Our first team members join and we open our dedicated R&D facility in Hackney, East London.

white and brown ceramic container

July 2024

Our first team members join and we open our dedicated R&D facility in Hackney, East London.

white and brown ceramic container

July 2024

Our first team members join and we open our dedicated R&D facility in Hackney, East London.

November 2024

We successfully test our TRL5 system at the Material Processing Institute, producing up to 200kg of product over multiple trials.

November 2024

We successfully test our TRL5 system at the Material Processing Institute, producing up to 200kg of product over multiple trials.

November 2024

We successfully test our TRL5 system at the Material Processing Institute, producing up to 200kg of product over multiple trials.

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April 2025

Cocoon pitches for and wins one of four spots on the CRH Accelerator programme and completes inaugural testing of the TRL6 system, deployed adjacent to a 7-tonne Electric Arc Furnace.

time lapse photography of vehicle under tunnel

April 2025

Cocoon pitches for and wins one of four spots on the CRH Accelerator programme and completes inaugural testing of the TRL6 system, deployed adjacent to a 7-tonne Electric Arc Furnace.

time lapse photography of vehicle under tunnel

April 2025

Cocoon pitches for and wins one of four spots on the CRH Accelerator programme and completes inaugural testing of the TRL6 system, deployed adjacent to a 7-tonne Electric Arc Furnace.

June 2025

Initial concrete tests demonstrate the product’s superior performance compared to existing Supplementary Cementitious Materials.

June 2025

Initial concrete tests demonstrate the product’s superior performance compared to existing Supplementary Cementitious Materials.

June 2025

Initial concrete tests demonstrate the product’s superior performance compared to existing Supplementary Cementitious Materials.

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August 2025

Cocoon triples our R&D space by moving to a new location in North West London.

two men working

August 2025

Cocoon triples our R&D space by moving to a new location in North West London.

two men working

August 2025

Cocoon triples our R&D space by moving to a new location in North West London.

Our Team

Eliot Brooks

CEO

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Dr. William Knapp

CSO

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Freddie Scott

CTO

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Our principles

Our principles shape the culture we’re building at Cocoon and guide us in maximising our impact.

01

Embrace uncertainty, seek clarity

What we’re doing will always have uncertainties, whether it’s because of the nature of scientific experiments or the fact that we’re an early-stage start-up. Sometimes the answer will be “I don’t know”, but this is best coupled with “we can find out by…”.

02

Champion the power of people

We’re building an incredible team of people with a range of skills, superpowers and experiences. Great ideas, advice and feedback can come from everywhere. We’re not afraid to share our thoughts or seek input from others.

03

Safety is a priority

We’re building equipment for heavy industry, which involves potential hazards. Safety is front of mind when running experiments, developing technology and working with clients.

04

Take ownership, drive progress

We empower every individual to take ownership of their work and drive meaningful progress. From idea generation to execution, we encourage autonomy, initiative, and accountability.

05

Find the fun

We’ve got a big challenge ahead of us, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun too. We believe that when work feels like fun, it sparks creativity, strengthens collaboration, and builds resilience.

Recent milestones

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Cocoon featured by Cemex Ventures

Cemex Ventures chose Cocoon as one of the most promising Cleantech Construction solutions in 2025.

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Cocoon featured by Cemex Ventures

Cemex Ventures chose Cocoon as one of the most promising Cleantech Construction solutions in 2025.

crowd of people sitting on chairs inside room

Cocoon featured by Cemex Ventures

Cemex Ventures chose Cocoon as one of the most promising Cleantech Construction solutions in 2025.

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Winner of CRH's Sustainable Building Materials Accelerator

Cocoon was one of four startups chosen to partner with CRH to pilot their groundbreaking solutions.

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Winner of CRH's Sustainable Building Materials Accelerator

Cocoon was one of four startups chosen to partner with CRH to pilot their groundbreaking solutions.

people inside conference

Winner of CRH's Sustainable Building Materials Accelerator

Cocoon was one of four startups chosen to partner with CRH to pilot their groundbreaking solutions.

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Joined Third Derivative's latest Industrial Innovation Cohort

The initiative was set up by RMI to accelerate advancements in cement, steel, and chemicals decarbonization.

person discussing while standing in front of a large screen in front of people inside dim-lighted room

Joined Third Derivative's latest Industrial Innovation Cohort

The initiative was set up by RMI to accelerate advancements in cement, steel, and chemicals decarbonization.

person discussing while standing in front of a large screen in front of people inside dim-lighted room

Joined Third Derivative's latest Industrial Innovation Cohort

The initiative was set up by RMI to accelerate advancements in cement, steel, and chemicals decarbonization.

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Pilot validation (TRL 6) achieved at the MPI

Pilot validation achieved at Materials Processing Institute (UK) — demonstrating TRL 6 readiness.

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Pilot validation (TRL 6) achieved at the MPI

Pilot validation achieved at Materials Processing Institute (UK) — demonstrating TRL 6 readiness.

man standing infront of group of people

Pilot validation (TRL 6) achieved at the MPI

Pilot validation achieved at Materials Processing Institute (UK) — demonstrating TRL 6 readiness.

Careers at Cocoon

We’re always looking for a fresh faces to join our smart, ambitious and friendly team.

Partner with us

Find out more about our technology, how we partner with the steel and concrete industry, and our innovative SCM, LoopCem™.

We want to unlock the circular economy between steelmaking and the cement industry

Partner with us

Find out more about our technology, how we partner with the steel and concrete industry, and our innovative SCM, LoopCem™.

We want to unlock the circular economy between steelmaking and the cement industry

Partner with us

Find out more about our technology, how we partner with the steel and concrete industry, and our innovative SCM, LoopCem™.

We want to unlock the circular economy between steelmaking and the cement industry