PAVING THE WAY FOR SUSTAINABLE CITIES: INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
WORKING WITH NATURE, RATHER THAN AGAINST IT
The world’s urban population is growing continuously, cities are facing increasing pressure to provide efficient, livable and environmentally-friendly infrastructure. Traditional concrete construction methods, however, have long contributed to a range of pressing sustainability challenges- from carbon emissions and urban heat island effects and loss of biodiversity.
A new generation of innovative solutions is paving the way for a greener, more livable urban future. These ‘green infrastructure’ approaches aim to work with nature, rather than against it.
Recycled plastic paving stones are considered a sustainable option in the construction industry. They are made from post-consumer and post-industrial plastic waste, which undergoes a process of collection, sorting, cleaning and reprocessing, and it has gained attention because of its durability.
While traditional brick stones are known for strength and longevity, plastic paving stones have shown significant improvement in terms of wear resistance and weather resistance. High quality plastic pavers can withstand heavy foot traffic, vehicular loads and harsh weather conditions without cracking or deteriorating. This durability ensures that plastic paving stones maintain their functionality over time, reducing the need for frequent replacements or repairs.
These paving stones offer significant advantages in terms of installation compared to traditional brick stones. Due to their lightweight nature, plastic pavers are easier to transport, handle and install on-site. This ease of installation can result in reduced labour costs and shorter project timelines, making plastic paving stones a practical choice for users.
In this light, the birth of City Paver lies with innovative solutions, where turning plastic waste- a major environmental problem itself- into high quality paving materials. By repurposing discarded plastics into durable, long lasting pavement.
Unlike regular paving stones, City Pavers’ plastics-based products are designed to be permeable, allowing rainwater to soak into the ground instead of contributing to polluted roundoff. This helps recharge local water supplies and reduce flooding. The pavers can come in a variety of colours and designs, so they can be seamlessly integrated into diverse urban settings.
Across Nigeria and beyond, innovative green infrastructures like City Pavers are transforming urban landscapes. These projects are not only improving environmental sustainability, but also creating more livable and resilient cities. As the world continues to urbanise, finding creative ways to integrate nature into the built environment will be necessary to building a greener, healthier future.
