Sustainability
Sustainability
How Arcosa Lightweight Contributes to Sustainability
Measurable Sustainability Benefits:
Six Ways Arcosa Lightweight Supports Sustainable Construction Practices
Reducing Embodied Carbon in Construction
Lighter Materials, Lower Carbon Footprint
Lightweight aggregates help minimize embodied carbon by reducing material weight and cement content in concrete mixes.
Optimizing Foundations and Structural Design
Stronger Designs with Less Material
Used in concrete, lightweight reduces dead loads allowing for smaller foundations and less steel. In geotechnical applications, lightweight minimizes soil pressures and supports thinner sheet pilings.
Improving Long-Term Durability with Internal Curing
Durability That Lasts Generations
Lightweight aggregate supports internal curing, which enhances hydration, reduces cracking, and extends concrete’s service life.
Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Structures
Better Insulation, Lower Energy Demand
Lightweight aggregates improve the thermal performance of concrete and masonry, leading to better energy efficiency in buildings.
Managing Stormwater with Sustainable Solutions
Ideal for Urban Environments
Lightweight aggregates support stormwater management through bioswales, permeable systems, and green roofs, reducing runoff, mitigating flooding, and enhancing urban sustainability.
Lowering Transportation Emissions and Costs
Lighter Loads, Greater Efficiency
Lightweight aggregates reduce transportation fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions by enabling fewer truckloads and lighter shipments, saving costs and resources.
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