Asphalt is America’s most recycled material.
But recycling is just one reason that asphalt is the most sustainable pavement. Asphalt pavements that are designed and constructed as Perpetual Pavements never need to be removed and replaced. Our industry continuously explores methods and practices to contribute to a sustainable infrastructure and a healthy environment for generations to come.
Sustainability Tools & Resources
Efficiency can be found everywhere, from fleet management to warm-mix production. Explore tools and topics that pave the way toward sustainability!
- NAPA's Emerald Eco-Label program includes a verified environmental product declaration (EPD) tool that makes it easy to quantify the environmental impact of an asphalt mix.
- NAPA's Greenhouse Gas Calculator offers a a gate-to-gate analysis in a user-friendly interface accompanies by a User Guide.
- NAPA's partnership with the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR program provides numerous tools to support energy efficiency via the Asphalt Plant Energy Performance Peer Exchange (APEX).
- Search free NAPA Resources for downloadables and recorded webinars on sustainability topics. (Webinars recorded prior to 2024 are available at no cost via our store.)
- Peruse upcoming live webinars on all asphalt mix topics, including sustainability.
- The Road Forward represents the industry's vision for net zero emissions by 2050. Along with clear goals, the program offers partnerships, research, and education to aid innovation.
What is porous asphalt pavement?
Porous asphalt pavements allow for land development plans that are more thoughtful, harmonious with natural processes, and sustainable. They conserve water, reduce runoff, and promote infiltration, which cleanses stormwater, replenishes aquifers, and protects streams. Porous asphalt pavements are being used successfully throughout the United States. They are recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency as a best management practice for stormwater management.
See how porous asphalt pavements work in this 11-second clip!
Sustainability Contacts
Senior Director, Sustainability & Intelligent Construction