Environment

Committed to the environment,
dedicated to road construction

Vialit prioritizes sustainable and eco-friendly development in road construction. Our asphalt types and specialty products place people and the environment at the center. For us, technological innovation and environmental protection go hand in hand to produce road surfaces that are not only functional but also resource-efficient.

Vialit Truck vor Rapsfeld

Sustainability Around Potholes –
Balancing Industry and Habitat

For Vialit, environmental protection and technological innovation are not contradictions. Our developments focus on optimal resource use and minimal emissions, producing road surfaces that are both functional and sustainable. From bitumen emulsions to products based on renewable raw materials, Vialit is shaping the future today.

CO2 Calculator

RapsAsphalt – The Green Asphalt

Eco-Friendly Road Surfacing for Climate Protection

Vialit RapsAsphalt is an innovative solution based on renewable raw materials such as rapeseed oil. This eco-friendly asphalt significantly reduces CO₂ emissions, actively helping to mitigate the greenhouse effect.

Advantages of RapsAsphalt:

  • Permanently binds CO₂ from the atmosphere
  • No combustion phase during application – emission-free
  • High wetting capacity and excellent aggregate retention
  • Fast setting for earlier traffic release
  • Excellent aging properties and recyclability

RapsAsphalt is a sustainable alternative to conventional road surfaces, offering outstanding technical performance while protecting the environment. This makes Vialit a pioneer in sustainable road construction.

rapsasphalt-think-different

Hydropower Plant –
Energy from Nature

Vialit Relies on Eco-Friendly Hydropower

Since 2016, Vialit has operated its own small hydropower plant at the Dietfurter Schwelle on the Mattig River. This plant generates eco-friendly electricity, which is directly used for producing our road surfaces. With a Kaplan turbine providing up to 139 kW of power, the hydropower plant significantly contributes to sustainable energy production.

Facts About the Hydropower Plant:

  • Built in 2014, operational since 2016
  • Capacity: 139 kW with up to 90% efficiency
  • Fish migration supported by a pool pass for local fauna

Through this hydropower plant, Vialit makes an important contribution to environmental protection and sustainable energy supply in its production.

Solar Energy – Harnessing the Sun for Sustainable Production

Photovoltaic Systems Deliver Eco-Friendly Electricity

Complementing our hydropower plant, we have installed photovoltaic systems on our company roofs to harness solar energy. These systems, with a total area of 1,650 m², deliver an annual nominal output of nearly 300,000 kWh and contribute to self-sufficiency in our production.

Advantages of Solar Energy Use:

  • Reduces external energy needs through solar power utilization
  • Improves energy efficiency in production, e.g., by converting heating systems to self-generated electricity
  • Employs modern LED systems to reduce electricity consumption

With the combination of hydropower and solar energy, we cover more than half of our energy needs from our own renewable sources. This is our contribution to a cleaner environment.

Want to Learn More?

Do you have questions about sustainability in road construction? Our expert team is happy to assist you.
Our expert team is happy to assist you.
Contact

FAQ

Vialit’s environmental strategy shows how climate protection and sustainability are integrated into the company’s products and operations. This includes green asphalt solutions, renewable energy from company-owned facilities and consistent CO₂ reduction along the entire value chain.

Vialit RapsAsphalt is a sustainable road surface made with renewable raw materials such as rapeseed oil. It helps reduce CO₂ emissions, does not require a combustion phase during installation and combines strong technical performance with active climate protection.

REaktivAsphalt is a cold-applied asphalt solution that cures with water instead of solvents. This saves energy, reduces emissions during installation and makes REaktivAsphalt, like RapsAsphalt, a climate-friendly alternative to conventional hot asphalt.

Vialit operates its own hydropower plant and photovoltaic systems. A significant share of the electricity needed for production is generated from renewable energy sources, helping to reduce the CO₂ footprint of Vialit products.

Vialit invests in several environmental protection measures, including energy-efficient LED lighting, the use of recycled asphalt, solvent-free product technologies and ongoing resource-saving concepts. These measures help reduce emissions and support more sustainable road construction.