permeable driveways: How Green is Your Driveway? - 05/11/11 10:14 AM
Green living is a favorite topic of mine, and here is an innovative way to take your home to a higher level of green.  This idea is best suited to new construction or when a complete replacement is needed.  So what can go green now?  Your driveway!
A green driveway refers not to color, but to driveways that are permeable to the elements.  Some benefits of this feature include a reduction of sewer overflow, less local flooding and less stream and river erosion.  In addition, storm water can pick up pollutants such as oil and grease from roadways and driveways.  Nutrients … (2 comments)