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Oregon’s bridge program diverted 640,162 tons of construction material from landfills; FHWA valued the landfill diversion at $21.3 million across 208 bridges- Colorado rebuilt part of US 24 by reconditioning its old asphalt in place; the $5.7 million project avoided hauling in more than 40,000 tons of new base
- Arkansas recycled old I-30 concrete in place, avoiding more than 95,000 tons of new stone and about $15,000 in truck fuel
- In 2011, Colorado reused 134,000 tons of old asphalt in highway mixes; CDOT estimated the recycled material saved the state about $1.6 millionColorado's innovative approach to roadway construction has resulted in significant savings, repurposing old asphalt in new projects. By emb...05 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Occupancy Certificate withheld by Bengaluru civic body after landowner refused land for road widening: Landowner fights back and gets relief from Karnataka HCBengaluru land owner was asked to give up 656 sq m land for road widening work; Corporation withheld OC because of this issue; Owner took t...05 Sep, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
- Curing our broken, disturbing roads: NHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway projectsNHAI mandates AI-based machine control for highway construction projects. This technology uses sensors and real-time data for precise road ...04 Sep, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
- Nearly 300 tonnes of unwanted glass were headed for the landfill. Idaho used them to build a highway instead and solved a local landfill crisisEngineers have ingeniously repurposed discarded glass as a foundation material for highways, utilizing around 300 tonnes of crushed glass c...04 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- In 1980, New Jersey reused 14,000 tons of milled U.S. 1 asphalt for U.S. 130 shoulders, saving $50,346 and 12,753 tons of virgin stoneNew Jersey's engineering team successfully transformed milled road surfaces into functional highway shoulders, achieving significant saving...04 Sep, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
- In 2009, Illinois used 38,881 tons of fly ash in highway construction; IDOT reported spending $1.75 million while reducing landfill use and cement demandIllinois highways are increasingly integrating fly ash, a byproduct of coal combustion, as a sustainable option for road construction. This...04 Sep, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
- In 1997, Abilene collected 240 tons of waste glass for Antilley Road; Dyess Air Force Base crushed the glass at $9 a ton for two 750-foot test sectionsIn Abilene, Texas, an innovative project has integrated crushed glass from recycled bottles and jars into road construction. By blending gl...04 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- In 1989, Kentucky engineers built a 750-foot road base using about 80 tons of ponded fly ash; the 11% ash section was reported to perform well against the conventional controlAn experimental road base in Kentucky utilized coal plant residue in 1988. Fly ash has been a federal construction material since the 1970s...04 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- India’s EV push could slash annual oil and battery import bill by $125 billion by 2050: StudyIndia has the potential to save as much as USD 125 billion every year by 2050 through a swift transition to electric vehicles. The savings ...03 Sep, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
- Beyond the fuel bill: Why MSMEs and businesses need to rethink energy resilienceAs geopolitical uncertainty and energy price volatility reshape business priorities, Aditi Bhosale Walunj explains why companies, particula...03 Sep, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
- Construction cost for housing projects increases by 34%Indian housing prices have risen significantly faster than construction expenses. This trend creates affordability issues for buyers and ma...03 Sep, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
- In 2000, California packed 6,627 tons of shredded tires beneath Dixon Landing Road; the lightweight fill saved an estimated $477,000In Milpitas, California, an innovative on-ramp has been constructed using shredded tires as a lightweight fill material. This eco-friendly ...02 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- Bengaluru or Delhi-NCR for savings? Techie breaks down what a Rs 1 lakh salary really meansA techie’s Instagram comparison has sparked discussion about whether Bengaluru’s higher salaries necessarily translate into greater savings...31 Aug, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
- In Maine, engineers turn about 1 million scrap tires a year into lightweight highway fill; the shredded rubber stabilizes embankments built on weak marine clayInnovatively transforming shredded tyres into construction materials for highway embankments, Maine tackled substantial waste tyre pileup w...31 Aug, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
- Bitumen deficit bridged, but price problem persists; India's roads set to face a real test this winterAs prices of bitumen continue to be on the higher side, road construction companies are watching the winter construction season closely. Ev...31 Aug, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
- NHAI's new AI rule for pothole-free, top-quality highways: How projects above Rs 500 crore will now have to use AI-powered machines to prevent quality shortcutsNHAI has mandated the use of automated construction technology for major highway projects. The technology will be deployed across key layer...31 Aug, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
- L&T partners with French firm to market specialised road construction equipment in IndiaLarsen & Toubro has joined forces with FAYAT Road Equipment to promote BOMAG machinery within India. This partnership not only expands the ...26 Aug, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
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