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.
Flood-Alleviating Cement
This Eco-Friendly Pervious Concrete Reduces Strain on Local Drainage
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.