ICPI Compares Permeable Pavers

Permeable pavement systems are also recognized as a best management practice by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and as a green system by LEED® and GreenGlobes.

The Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) recently released Permeable Pavement Comparison Guide. This guide compares the similarities and differences among alternative pavements used for stormwater and sustainable best management practices such as permeable interlocking concrete pavement, pervious concrete and porous asphalt. The guide provides a side-by-side comparison of the available colors, construction efficiencies, costs, winter durability, surface cleaning, repairs, water quantity reduction/water and air quality improvement, urban heat island reduction and recycled content. It also offers stormwater agencies, design professionals, contractors and homeowners an overview of each system and presents the advantages of permeable interlocking concrete pavement over the alternatives.

For a copy or more information, visit www.icpi.org.