Currents · Business · 2026-08-15
Morocco swapped scorching black asphalt for porous “sponge” pavement; the experimental surface ran up to 16°F cooler, offering cities a surprising new way to beat urban heat
Morocco is testing permeable “sponge” pavement in selected urban areas of Marrakech and Agadir as cities look for ways to manage extreme heat and heavy rainfall. Unlike conventional asphalt, the surface allows water to move into layers beneath the pavement, potentially reducing runoff and supporting... Morocco is testing permeable “sponge” pavement in selected urban areas of Marrakech and Agadir as cities look for ways to manage extreme heat and heavy rainfall. Unlike conventional asphalt, the surface allows water to move into layers beneath the pavement, potentially reducing runoff and supporting evaporative cooling when moisture is available. Morocco swapped scorching black
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