Sustainability

The U.S. continues to invest in resilient and sustainable infrastructure prepared to withstand the devastating effects of extreme weather and other catastrophic events.

The American Iron and Steel Institute’s construction program is dedicated to providing resilient and sustainable steel-based solutions designed to meet the needs of the U.S. construction market.

Zinc Coating Life Predictor (ZCLP), was recently refined and made available by the American Galvanizers Association.

The American steel industry has made significant investments in cleaner and more sustainable production processes. But unless companies overseas do the same, American manufacturing’s commitment to sustainability will put us at a disadvantage.

The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association (NCSPA) launched a new video focused on the resiliency of corrugated steel pipe – commonly used in buried steel bridges.

The Federal Highway Administration issued a notice of funding opportunity for Bridge Project and Planning grants.

Although the number of deficient bridges is declining, we must continue to invest in sustainable solutions to meet future demands on our infrastructure.

Although the number of deficient bridges is declining, we must continue to invest in sustainable solutions to meet future demands on our infrastructure.

The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association (NCSPA) launched a new video focused on the sustainability of corrugated steel pipe – commonly used in buried steel bridges.

The American steel industry is continuing to make key investments and innovations to further decrease carbon emissions and advance it’s leadership position on sustainability.

The real pickup in U.S. infrastructure construction is anticipated to begin next year and peak over the next several years.

The U.S. DOT released a strategic plan that will guide more than $5 billion in research activities funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

With advances in steelmaking technology, innovative design, and corrosion protection systems, steel bridges can improve our nation’s infrastructure with sustainable solutions.

Presentations from a five-part webinar series covering topics essential to the design and installation of steel bridges are now available on-demand.

The steel industry provided comment on the announcement by the White House that the federal government will prioritize the purchase of low-carbon construction materials for federal construction projects.

Industry thought leaders discuss key trends and innovations in steel construction that are advancing sustainable solutions in America.

The $12.5 billion Bridge Investment Program will to help plan, replace, rehabilitate, protect, and preserve some of the nation’s bridges.

The results of the study by the University of Wyoming show that steel outperforms concrete in four major categories.

The Corrugated Steel Pipe Institute and the Ontario Good Roads Association present a two-part video series on the use of buried steel bridges.

Stainless steel can be found in modern bridges throughout the world due to the strength, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal it provides.

The University of Wyoming conducted a study to evaluate the life cycle sustainability of two functionally equivalent steel and concrete rural bridges.

Learn facts about why the American steel industry is the cleanest and most energy efficient of the leading steel industries in the world.

With jobs in renewables estimated to reach 42 million globally by 2050., the American steel industry is prepared to meet the challenge of educating a new sustainable workforce.

Alana Fossa, American Galvanizers Association, provides information on why bridge owners should consider the use of hot-dip galvanized steel for bridge projects.

A buried steel bridge was constructed as an alternative to a concrete structure to reduce disruptions to the surrounding environment and allow quick installation.

Hot-dip galvanized steel has a number of environmental advantages that minimize the impact to the environment over the life of the project.

The Falcon Ridge 11.5′ fish passage structure provide easy fish passage for the local spawning trout and steel head.

Two of the main reasons steel lasts so long is its ease of inspection and repair, enabling steel bridges to have much longer and sustainable service lives than other materials.

Learn why the American steel industry is the cleanest and most energy-efficient of the seven largest steel producing countries in the world.

Steel bridges can meet, and in some cases exceed, the material and construction requirements associated with the sustainability rating systems.

Free video lectures featuring industry experts who provide insights on the sustainability of steel bridges.

The Fore River Temporary Bridge (Massachusetts) repurposed to becomes the New Riviere Cochon Gras Bridge (Haiti).

The U.S. steel industry is well positioned to build bridges that will last well into the next century – and possibly beyond.

Steel bridges can improve our nation’s infrastructure with sustainable solutions that will last well into the next century.

Dr. Michael Barker explains why both steel and concrete should be considered for bridge projects.

Steel’s attributes, including its inherent durability and recyclability, make it vital to modern society.

Muskingum County saved $51,000 by using repurposed beams.

Orthotropic decks are composed of a steel plate that is covered by a shop-installed roadway surface.