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July 2017 | EquipmentWorld.com 48 L ife-cycle analysis (LCA) is emerging as a leading method of determining the environ- mental impact at both a macro and micro level in transportation proj- ects in context of sustainability. The concrete pavement industry in par- ticular is pushing for the increased use of this approach. LCAs, which are broadly used in Europe and are included in "green" construction regulations in some countries, look at factors from the material being used, including ag- gregate, to the end of a pavement's useful life. Everything in the pro- cess is considered, such as purchas- ing raw materials, material process- ing, manufacturing, construction and the use of a pavement. The process is limited in use road technology | by Chris Hill | ChrisHill@randallreilly.com Sustainability measures are key to long-lasting concrete pavements