Green Solutions for Parking, Paving, and Drainage

Presented by: Ron Blank & Associates, Inc.

This course will better inform the designer on the differences between dense and porous pavements. At the concluison of this program the designer will understand the benefits and limitations of using porous pavement and how this type of paving system can contribute to their project obtaining LEED points. One type of porous paving system, flexible plastic porous, will be explored in detail as an example.


  • Learning Objectives

    • Explain the differences between dense and porous pavements
    • Detail both the benefits and limitations of using porous pavement over conventional paving systems
    • Identify the basic components of a paving system
    • Explain the benefits of flexible plastic paving systems
    • Analyze case studies of successful flexible porous pavement installations and the required maintenance of various porous paving systems

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