Does
Grasscrete lessen heat island effect?
Yes. Concrete is much lighter in color than blacktop
so even for void grassed only installations there
is improved reflectance.
Can Grasscrete have a
recycled content?
Yes. Both due to the 100% recycled Mold Pulp Formers
and to the fact that Grasscrete does not require the
same set times and finishing as traditional concrete.
This means that a high fly ash or blast slag content
is possible along with reclaimed aggregates such as
crushed concrete.
Does Grasscrete help
control storm water runoff?
Yes. Fully grassed and void grassed only Grasscrete
drains comparatively to local grassed areas with similar
soils. Stone filled void installations have virtually
zero runoff even in a exceptional rain event provided
that there is adequate capacity to contain the water
beneath the Grasscrete.
Can Grasscrete channel
storm water runoff?
Yes. Some of the most common installations for Grasscrete
is river training, slope protection and channels.
As it supports grass or other plants in its voids
the Grasscrete system can perform as an armored layer
resisting washout yet remain predominantly concealed
unlike traditional concrete channels.
Can Grasscrete be used
for retaining pond bottoms?
Yes. Grasscrete is ideal for use as a retaining pond
bottom as it is pervious which helps avoid liability
issues associated with using non-pervious concrete
for retaining pond bottoms. It can also be mechanically
scraped which allows for sediment to be excavated
periodically using large pieces of equipment while
maintaining the root structure of the grass which
repopulates to conceal the system to provide a food
source and cover for local animal species.
Does Grasscrete contribute
to LEED?
Yes. For all the reasons listed above.
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