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flag Report claims concrete roads are cheaper and more environmentally friendly than asphalt over their lifespan.

flag A recent report by Infometrics, commissioned by Concrete New Zealand and launched by Transport Minister Simeon Brown, claims concrete roads are 17% cheaper over their lifespan and have lower maintenance costs compared to asphalt roads. flag While more expensive to build, concrete roads absorb atmospheric CO2, potentially reducing their carbon footprint. flag The report suggests this could save millions for New Zealand's government and councils.

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