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Caltrans Looks to the Sun for Transportation

Caltrans will explore SolaRoad technology which implements the use of solar panels in roadway projects and has been successfully implemented in a project in Krommenie, The Netherlands.

The two-way cycling lane that connects Krommenie and Wormerveer, two suburbs of Amsterdam, is the test section for SolaRoad. The goal is to eventually convert all roads, even those driven by cars and other vehicles, to solar roadways. According to the SolaRoad’s official website, if all U.S. roads were paved with solar panels, the country would produce three times as much energy as it uses today and cut CO2 emissions by 75 percent.

ARTBA: OSHA Silica Proposal Could Increase Risks for Road Construction Workers

American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)

OSHA's March 24 final regulation for exposure to crystalline silica is based on outdated data and could actually increase health and safety risks for road construction workers, ARTBA says.

The Spring 2016 Digital Edition of Sustainable Construction is Now Available

The Spring 2016 edition of Sustainable Construction features the latest trends in the green building industry including the Envision Sustainable Infrastructure Rating System, Machine Technology and how Wearables are saving lives.

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[VIDEO] ASCE Says Being 'Smart About Sustainability' is Profitable

Bob Willard talks to The American Society of Civil Engineers and says sustainability is not a sacrifice, it's an advantage and businesses can make 51-81% more profit by investing in sustainability

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Envisioning More Sustainable Infrastructure

Skanska brings their experience with the Envision Sustainable Infrastructure Rating System to the 21-mile, $2.3 billion I-4 Ultimate expansion project in Orlando, FL

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Trojan Battery Appoints New Senior VP of Engineering

Trojan Battery Co. LLC, the world’s leading manufacturer of deep-cycle batteries, has named Michael Everett senior vice president of engineering.

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[VIDEO] How NAPA Sees the FAST Act Playing Out in Road Construction

NAPA Chairman Kevin Kelly praises a long-term bill but cautions that a stable funding system is still needed; plus more construction industry news on the February 18, 2016, edition of Construction News Tracker

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EPA Awards Grants to 38 Student Teams for Innovative Sustainable Projects

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

This year’s teams are testing innovative ideas such as repurposing chemical byproducts from the mining industry into new concrete that helps inhibit the corrosion of steel.

Webcor Promotes Waste Reduction through Textile Collection Donation

Webcor, who prides themselves on over a 90% diversion of waste rates on construction sites, recently collected 1.25 tons of clothing for donation to Goodwill.

NRMCA Hires Sustainability Practitioner to Support Green Building Initiatives

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA)

James Bogdan has joined the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association as senior director, sustainability initiatives. In this new position, his primary objective will be to help position NRMCA members to meet new requirements in green building standards.

NAPA Needs Help Tracking Sustainable Advantages of Asphalt

National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)

Input is sought from all U.S. asphalt mix producers by April 30 for annual NAPA-FHWA survey to gauge use of reclaimed/recycled materials and warm mix asphalt technologies

Atlas Copco Breaking Ground on New Production Facility in South Carolina

The $20 million LEED-certified project will serve as the new production and assembly facility for Atlas Copco’s North American Construction Technique division.

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