Sustainability
Pollution Removal with Porous Pavers
Permeable Paving has been proven to clean stormwater of pollutants. The EPA and other organizations recognize Permeable Paver as a pre-treatment option for stormwater.
| Pollutant Removed | Percentage |
| Total Suspended Solids* | 95% |
| Total Phosphorous* | 65% |
| Total Nitrogen* | 82% |
| Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)* | NA |
| Heavy Metals* | 96-99% |
| Hydrocarbons** | Up to 100% |
Data will vary depending on design characteristics and underlying soils
*2000, R Winer, Center For Watershed Protection, (5 data points)
**“In-Situ Bioremediation of Contaminated Subsurface Media”, published by Water Environment Federation, 1993.