Environment
We are committed to making the transport system more sustainable and environmentally concious.
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VicRoads works to minimise and where possible avoid the impacts of construction and maintenance activities on the environment.
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VicRoads encourages sustainable procurement in the construction of the road network, such as the use of recycled asphalt, concrete, glass fines and rubber.
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We are working to reduce our direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions from a range of sources, including road construction projects.
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During construction and maintenance of roads, we take measures to protect and maintain the flora, fauna and ecosystems that may be impacted by our work.
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We are working to reduce overall traffic noise levels, and to limit noise impacts from new or upgraded roads.
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We work with authorities, Aboriginal parties, interest groups and others to protect cultural heritage and Native Title rights and interests on road projects
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VicRoads aims to sustainably manage water and protect water quality on road projects.
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VicRoads assesses the potential air quality impacts for all significant road projects and manages plant and equipment to minimise dust during construction.
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We aim to comply with all legislative requirements when delivering construction and maintenance contracts, including the requirements of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC Act).