Flood-Alleviating Cement

This Eco-Friendly Pervious Concrete Reduces Strain on Local Drainage

In addition to preventing floods, this pervious concrete is good for the environment. Lafarge Tarmac is dedicated to sustainable construction solutions, which includes a porous cement that reduces the risks of floods. This is especially relevant in heavy rainfall, where impermeable surfaces increase pressure on local drain systems, which can result in a variety of health and safety concerns.

This eco-friendly pervious concrete acts as a filter for pollutants that would normally be in water run-off. Topmix Permeable concrete enables rain water to drain through the underlying water table. The material has 35% more void space compared to traditional concrete.

Topmix Permeable is perfect for pedestrian areas where localized floods could occur -- from parking lots to cyclist paths and residential areas. In the future the product could also provide a city cooling solution.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Cement - Opportunity to develop sustainable construction products that reduce strain on local drainage and filter pollutants from water runoff.
2. Porous Concrete - Opportunity to develop new construction materials that enable water to drain through underlying water tables and prevent localized floods.
3. City Cooling Solutions - Opportunity to explore ways in which pervious concrete could provide a cooling solution for urban areas in addition to reducing flood risks.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - Opportunity for construction companies to develop and market sustainable, eco-friendly, and flood-reducing products.
2. Urban Planning - Opportunity for urban planners to incorporate materials like Topmix Permeable in their designs to reduce flood risk, pollution, and provide city cooling solutions.
3. Environmental Services - Opportunity for businesses specializing in environmental services to expand into the development and production of eco-friendly construction materials that reduce flood risks and pollution.

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