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!

Download our periodic reports to take stock of your investment and our collective impact.

Thanks to Our Current Partners!

NAPA logo with asphalt pavement background, promoting asphalt industry excellence and innovation.

Partner since 2022

High-quality asphalt pavement installation by NAPA professionals for durable roads and surfaces.

Partner since 2022

NAPA logo representing the asphalt pavement industry and asphalt professionals.

Partner since 2024

Partner since 2023

NAPA logo representing asphalt pavement industry and quality standards.

Partner since 2022

NAPA asphalt pavement conference with industry professionals and asphalt experts.

Inaugural Partner

Partner since 2023

Colas asphalt road sign for pavement and construction projects.

Partner since 2022

NAPA conference showcasing asphalt pavement innovations and industry leadership.

Partner since 2022

NAPA logo representing asphalt industry and pavement professionals.

Partner since 2022

NAPA logo representing the National Asphalt Pavement Association.

Partner since 2022

Gencor Industries Inc. logo featuring asphalt paving equipment and branding.

Partner since 2024

Partner since 2023

High-quality asphalt paving project by The Gerken Companies, a NAPA member.

Partner since 2024

NAPA logo representing asphalt pavement industry and road construction expertise.

Partner since 2022

NAPA asphalt industry conference logo with heritage construction theme.

Partner since 2023

NAPA logo representing the asphalt pavement industry and association.

Partner since 2022

High-quality asphalt pavement installation by NAPA professionals for durable, smooth roads.

Partner since 2024

A high-quality asphalt paving project by NAPA member Lindy Paving.

Partner since 2022

NAPA logo on asphalt pavement, representing asphalt industry expertise and quality.

Partner since 2024

NAPA logo representing asphalt pavement industry and road construction expertise.

Inaugural Partner

High-quality asphalt pavement installation by Rogers Group, a leading NAPA member for durable road c.

Partner since 2024

Teichert NAPA logo with blue geometric shapes and bold black text.

Partner since 2022

High-quality asphalt pavement installation by NAPA certified professionals at VINCIC Construction US.

Partner since 2022

High-quality asphalt pavement with NAPA branding for sustainable road construction.

Partner since 2022

NAPA asphalt pavement conference with industry professionals and asphalt experts.

Partner since 2022