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Made fast, smart and economical with concrete.

Using Hydrophobic Pore-Blocking Ingredients (HPI's), waterproof concrete systems have proven themselves to be fast, smart and economical—this can boost the greenroof industry.

These systems are fast because waterproofing is done right at the time of concrete placement, with no extra steps. They are smart because the technology is backed by a proven track record of over forty years and is not vulnerable to damage, reducing the liability of all parties. HPI’s actually reverse the normal absorptive nature of hardened concrete, making it physically water-repelling and non-absorptive so it won’t transmit moisture, dampness, or the salts and acids that the moisture may contain.

These systems are economical because of the initial cost/construction savings, as well as the significant long-term savings. Both bring down the cost of owning a structure with a green roof.
When truly waterproof concrete is specified for a green roof application, the owners know that they have a system which will not wear out or ever need replacement. They also know that if problems occur, there is a very simple identification and repair process that eliminates any need to disturb the growing medium.

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The Quantifiable Advantages of Concrete Parking Lots
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Some of the many environmental benefits of concrete

Concrete is produced locally from abundant natural resources

Concrete can be made with reclaimed industrial materials that would otherwise burden landfills

Recycled materials in concrete reduce CO2 emissions

At the end of a concrete building or pavement’s usable life, concrete can be recycled

Pervious concrete percolates stormwater into soil, recharging aquifers and preventing polluted runoff from overwhelming streams and lakes

Concrete’s thermal mass reduces temperature swings in buildings and conserves energy

Use of Insulating Concrete Form for above-grade wall systems provides for increased R values, reducing heating, cooling and infrastructure costs

Concrete’s light color reduces the heat island effect, lowering urban energy use

Concrete’s light color reflects more light at night, reducing lighting infrastructure and energy costs

Impervious concrete roofs support green landscaping, reducing water runoff and reducing heat island effect

Concrete structures are durable

Concrete helps achieve LEED certification

Thanks to Dave Frentress of CalPortland
(fromerly Glacier Northwest) for providing much of the original content for this site.

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