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Concrete: meeting today's needs without compromising
the future...
In response to growing environmental and economic forces, architects, engineers, developers and
owners are seeking efficient, innovative building solutions that conserve non-renewable resources.
Increasingly, concrete is being recognized for its strong environmental benefits in support of
creative and effective sustainable development.
When considering the lifetime environmental impact of a building materialextraction, production,
construction, operation, demolition and recycling concrete is an excellent choice to meet these
goals.


Waterproof concrete for Green Rooftops

See Green Building Technology in use at St Anne's Belfield Middle School, VA: Click on "Green
Features"
A joint project between Allied Concrete and VRMCA.



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Continuing Education for Architects, Engineers, Developers and Owners

Earning LEED Credits by Utilizing Ready Mixed Concrete
Take a detailed look at the growing role played by ready mixed concrete in green building design
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The Quantifiable Advantages of Concrete Parking Lots
With a free copy of NRMCA's Concrete Pavement Analyst (CPA) software, learn to produce detailed
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Designing and Specifying Pervious Concrete
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Learn about pervious concrete pavement systems, engineering properties and construction
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