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Reflective Pavements: A Vital Solution to Combat Extreme Heat in Cities

Extreme heat is the deadliest natural hazard in the United States, and its impact is felt most acutely in urban areas. Cities, where vast expanses of pavement absorb and retain […]

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MIT Researchers Transform Concrete into Powerful Energy-Storing Supercapacitors

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking technology that could revolutionize energy storage by turning concrete into a giant battery writes Tom Ough for the

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MIT EC^3 Hub Partners with Japanese Industry to Advance Conductive Concrete Research

MIT’s Electron-conductive Cement-based Materials Hub (EC3 Hub) has entered a five-year research agreement with Aizawa Concrete Corp., aiming to explore multifunctional applications of concrete in infrastructure writes Andrew Paul Laurent

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EUPAVE Joins Concrete Europe to Bolster Sustainable Construction Efforts

In a significant stride towards promoting sustainable practices in the construction sector, Concrete Europe proudly announces the addition of EUPAVE (the European Concrete Paving Association) as an Associate Member. With

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Pioneering A.I. Innovations Revolutionize Concrete Construction in Pennsylvania

In a groundbreaking endeavor to address infrastructure challenges, engineers are leveraging artificial intelligence (A.I.) to redefine the way concrete is used in construction, writes Colbi Edmonds for the New York

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Concrete Revolution: A New Era for New Zealand’s Roads

Exciting developments are on the horizon for New Zealand’s roading infrastructure as Eric Ferrebee, Senior Director of Technical Services at the American Concrete Pavement Association, and member of the Board

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Success Stories of Concrete Pavement in Urban Areas in Latin America

The Concrete Show (Brazil) writes about stories exemplifying the remarkable impact of concrete pavements (called Urban Concrete Pavement or PUC) in various urban development projects. Smart Cities Urba in Campinas,

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Dr. Manik Barman receives the University of Minnesota Duluth’s 2023 Chancellor’s Distinguished Research/Creative Activity Award

Long-time ISCP member and concrete pavement enthusiast, Dr. Manik Barman was acknowledged with the University of Minnesota Duluth’s 2023 Chancellor’s Distinguished Research/Creative Activity Award (less than 10 years of service)

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Call for Abstracts: 13th International Conference on Concrete Pavements

The International Society of Concrete Pavements (ISCP) is pleased to announce that the 13th International Conference on Concrete Pavements (13th ICCP) will be held August 25-29, 2024 at The Depot

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Challenging concrete paving performed at Keflavik Air Base in Iceland

Specialized slipform paver constructs 75,000 m² of operational facilities by concrete paving Wirtgen Group A challenging concrete paving project was successfully completed in Iceland. The project involved the extension of

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Canada & the Government of Québec Invest in Climate Action Project by Ciment Québec

Across the country, Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps our air clean while building a strong economy for today and tomorrow alike. Through initiatives like the Low

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CEMEX: Top CDP Score “A” for Global Leader in Supply Chain Carbon Reduction Efforts; & Introducing Zero-Emissions Electric Ready-Mix Trucks!

Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) named CEMEX a“Supplier Engagement Leader” CEMEX, one of the world’s largest suppliers of ready-mix concrete and one of the leading companies working with suppliers to reduce

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Memorandum of Understanding to Collaborate, Advance & Support a CO2 Storage Solution in Canada

On October 12, 2021, Lehigh Hanson, Inc. joined an ambitious journey to achieving carbon neutrality across the cement and concrete value chain by signing onto the Portland Cement Association’s (PCA)

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Caltrans Approves Use of Low-Carbon Cement Following Testing at OSU—Goal: Net-Zero Emissions by 2045…

Following testing by the College of Engineering-Oregon State University (OSU), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announced January 25, 2022 that it is approving the use of low-carbon cement to

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ACPA: Announcing NEW President & CEO; Mid-Yr Mtg; AHUA; FHWA Events; WOC; OK Concrete Conf.; New Dowel Bar Specs

ACPA-JUNE EVENTS … IN ORDER OF MOST RECENT:JUNE 23:Announcing NEW ACPA President & CEO, Laura O’Neill-Kaumo and PRESS RELEASE Laura O’Neill-Kaumo joins ACPA as their 5th President/CEOPhoto: Business Wire Click

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NC² MAP Brief & E-News: Spring 2021

The NC² E-News, originally the quarterly newsletter of the former CP Road MAP program, overviews new developments in concrete pavement research and technology from around the country. NC² MAP Brief Best

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2020 Call for Construction, Proposals Requested!

Click to enlarge The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)‘s National Road Research Alliance Executive Committee is pleased to announce the 2020 Call for Construction. To download the announcement and full

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Progress under FHWA Cooperative Agreement—”Concrete even more durable & stronger than before …”

The GOAL? Concrete even more durable & stronger than before … in spite of increasing challenges! Work is continuing to advance under the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) / National Concrete

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FHWA Technical Review Panel Examines “PVI- Related Fuel Consumption Factors”

A Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Technical Review Panel (TRP) met by web conference in June to review models for pavement-related vehicle operating costs and excess fuel consumption. Jim Mack, CEMEX,

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The 12-Week Breakdown Process of 100% Compostable Cement Bags—Will keep 250,000+ plastic bags out of landfills

“Bluey” COMPOSTABLE cement BAGS include a rain barrier designed to absorb less moisture than conventional polyethylene film bags; 250,000+ plastic bags will no longer be added to landfills; & have experienced milestones

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