CEDR and Coventry City Council test graphene-enhanced asphalt in Coventry

The Centre of Excellence for Decarbonizing Roads (CEDR) has joined forces with Coventry City Council to conduct pioneering paving material trials. CEDR, a cornerstone of ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonizing Local Roads, is focused on evaluating innovative, sustainable solutions to reduce the carbon footprint of road infrastructure.

Broad Lane in Coventry, scene of one of the trials

A highlight of these trials is the use of graphene-enhanced asphalt. By incorporating graphene-modified binders, the trials aim to demonstrate how graphene technology can significantly extend pavement life and reduce long-term maintenance needs, directly supporting road decarbonization efforts. The comparative evaluation of graphene-enhanced asphalt will take place alongside other innovative low-carbon materials, under real-world conditions on Coventry’s Willenhall Lane and Broad Lane.

Broad Lane in Coventry, scene of one of the trialsA highlight of these trials is the use of graphene-enhanced asphalt. By incorporating graphene-modified binders, the trials aim to demonstrate how graphene technology can significantly extend pavement life and reduce long-term maintenance needs, directly supporting road decarbonization efforts. The comparative evaluation of graphene-enhanced asphalt will take place alongside other innovative low-carbon materials, under real-world conditions on Coventry’s Willenhall Lane and Broad Lane.

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