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Concrete is produced locally from abundant natural resources
Concrete can be made with reclaimed industrial materials that would otherwise burden landfills
Recycled materials in concrete reduce CO2 emissions
At the end of a concrete building or pavement’s usable life, concrete can be recycled
Pervious concrete percolates stormwater into soil, recharging aquifers and preventing polluted runoff from overwhelming streams and lakes
Concrete’s thermal mass reduces temperature swings in buildings and conserves energy
Use of Insulated Concrete Forms for above-grade wall systems provides for increased R values, reducing heating, cooling and infrastructure costs
Concrete’s light color reduces the heat island effect, lowering urban energy use
Concrete’s light color reflects more light at night, reducing lighting, infrastructure and energy costs
Impervious concrete roofs support green landscaping, reducing water runoff and reducing the heat island effect
Concrete structures are durable
Concrete helps achieve LEED certification
Source: National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) -
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