University of Hawaii takes green approach to paving

July 11, 2008
School is using pervious concrete on walkways around two residence halls

In a push toward more environmentally sustainable practices, the University of Hawaii is using pervious concrete to pave some of the walkways and areas around the Hale Wainani and Hale Noelani student housing buildings. Pervious concrete is designed to let water seep through to the underlying ground, and can reduce storm-water runoff and recharge groundwater supplies. The product has existed for decades, but it is relatively new in Hawaii.

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