Good environmental practices, looking for a sustainable road
- Highways Magazine No. 160 - July / August 2008
July Senador-Gómez Odériz
Ingeniero de Caminos, Canales y Puertos
Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas (FCC)
ABSTRACTSustainability is to meet the needs of the present without compromising those of future generations. Today the culture of sustainability is increasingly permeating enterprises, government and society.
During the construction of the road there are three elements to consider in terms of environmental impact: the layout, the environment and security.
We must continue to improve the management of natural resources, reducing emissions and energy consumption, protection of biodiversity, landscape and cultural heritage staff.
KEYWORDS:
Sustainability, Sustainable roads, Accident rate, Emissions, Impacts, Construction, Maintenance, Operation, Biodiversity.