NYC DOT Begins Testing Concrete Made Of Recycled Materials

By Idy Perl

NYC DOT has officially begun producing a concrete mix made with 50% recycled materials that will soon be tested on low-traffic roads. Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez made the announcement while commemorating Climate Week in the five boroughs. 

The use of recycled materials in asphalt will lower emissions, protect taxpayer’s dollars due to the reduced costs, and reduce the amount of waste that goes into landfills. After evaluating the mixed asphalt on low-traffic streets, NYC DOT will incorporate it into the rest of the city’s streets. 

“Expanding the use of recycled road material in our asphalt production will not only cut costs, it will also cut emissions. It’s a win for us, a win for New Yorkers, and a win for the planet,” Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said. “The promise of this pilot is a reminder that no stone can be left unturned when it comes to implementing sustainable practices throughout the city to combat climate change. A green New York City is a healthy and prosperous New York City.”