Morocco is testing a 'sponge' pavement to replace black asphalt on roads in Marrakech and Agadir, can run up to 16°F cooler by itself
- Representative ImageMorocco is testing a 'sponge' pavement that drains water and cools itself through evaporation.
- For decades, black asphalt has rolled on the roads but parts of Marrakech and Agadir are reportedly becoming testing grounds for this new surface that is deemed to be environmentally better.
- The idea will not only make roads feel less hot during summers, but can also reduce runoff, improve drainage, filter some pollutants and cool itself through evaporation when enough moisture is available.
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- Representative ImageMorocco is testing a 'sponge' pavement that drains water and cools itself through evaporation.
- For decades, black asphalt has rolled on the roads but parts of Marrakech and Agadir are reportedly becoming testing grounds for this new surface that is deemed to be environmentally better.
- The idea will not only make roads feel less hot during summers, but can also reduce runoff, improve drainage, filter some pollutants and cool itself through evaporation when enough moisture is available.
Sources: Times of India