Sustainability

Sustainable Communities Strategies

Reduce GHG Emissions

Rigid Smooth Pavements

• Reduce fuel consumption by 3-17% for cars and trucks
• No rutting or shoving
• Resists pothole formation

Recycle Roads In-Place

• Reduce waste to landfills
• Reduce emissions from repetitive maintenance
• Save taxpayer dollars

Reduce Dependence on Petroleum Products

• Use locally produced materials
• Protect environment from toxic oil pollutants
• Use fewer trucks during construction

Improve Air Quality

Light Colored Pavements

• Lower ambient temperatures 7 degrees F
• Reduce smog formation
• Reduce Heat Island Effect

Reduce Energy Demand

Light Colored Pavements

• Reduce number of light fixtures needed
• Improve visibility and safety
• Achieve potential energy cost savings

Enhance Water Quality

Pervious Pavement

• Reduce stormwater runoff and urban drool
• Recharge underground water supply
• Filter trash and debris