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2022 Strategic Asphalt Research (STAR) Symposium
The Asphalt Institute Foundation hosted the second STrategic Asphalt Research Symposium (STAR) on May 16-18, 2022, in Atlanta, GA.
The three-day event focused on identifying strategic research areas and topics that will lead to breakthrough change for the future of the asphalt industry. The foundation gathered individuals from around the world in Atlanta, GA, to discuss the asphalt technology of tomorrow.
Fred M. Fehsenfeld, Sr. Catalyst for Change Initiative
With a goal of promoting innovation in the asphalt industry, The Heritage Group announced a contribution of $600,000 to establish the Fred M. Fehsenfeld, Sr. Catalyst for Change Initiative. The donation honors the late Heritage Group founder who was a tireless asphalt industry supporter and philanthropist. The initiative will fund research and education that promotes advancement in the areas of public procurement innovation; transportation system design; asphalt pavement testing methodology; health, safety and environmental stewardship; and more.
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Research Request for Proposals
Consequential Material Flow Analysis and Techno-Economic Assessment for Alternative Asphalt Binder Feedstock Sources
The Asphalt Institute is the sole trade association that has been representing liquid asphalt industry since 1919 across North America. The Asphalt Institute Foundation, founded in 2014 has been instrumental in conducting strategic research answering key questions around the entire asphalt binder value-chain. We are pleased to announce a new Request for Proposal titled “Consequential Material Flow Analysis and Techno-Economic Assessment for Alternative Asphalt Binder Feedstock Sources”.
The objective of the research work will be to conduct data-driven research providing insights on long-term performance, economic feasibility, and scalability and other aspects for alternative asphalt binder feedstock sources in a holistic and consequential manner within the North American market. The AIF Sustainability Oversight Committee will be reviewing all the proposals and awarding the contract. Applications for this proposal are accepted till March 10, 2026. Contact Marisa Aull at maull@asphaltinstitute.org for more information or visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/asphaltfoundation
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