Collaborative Innovation for Sustainable Infrastructure
A deep spirit of collaboration, cooperation, and commitment to innovation is the foundation for The Road Forward (TRF). We invite you to join this work by contributing your ideas and support.
How you benefit by joining The Road Forward:
- Demonstrate your commitment to climate stewardship and efficient operations
- Help pave the way for the industry to accomplish climate goals
- Receive recognition in TRF materials and published research
- Be recognized as leading and supporting environmental innovation
A Place for Every Stakeholder
The Road Forward is a unified effort across the entire pavement ecosphere. Partnership is open to companies and organizations across the roadbuilding industry. Your support builds awareness and momentum for sustainable solutions and activities.
- NAPA Producers & Associate Members: The industry leaders deploying on-the-ground innovation.
- Nonprofit Organizations: Think tanks and sister trade organizations shaping policy.
- Government Agencies: Public partners invested in the future of infrastructure.
- Research Institutions: Academic partners advancing the science of sustainability.

Turning Partner Impact into Action
The Road Forward is actively building the technical roadmap to net zero. Since 2022, our authoritative library of advanced knowledge has amassed 28 research reports, 61 conference sessions, 19 expert-led webinars, and 13 deep-dive podcast episodes—and counting!




