Eiffage has once again been recognized for its groundbreaking work in the “Routes et Rues” call for innovation projects. This year, the company showcased the ICCAR (Interfaces Conductrices pour le Chauffage et l’Alimentation des Routes) solution, developed in collaboration with Eiffage Énergie Systèmes. The ICCAR solution is an advanced anti-ice and anti-snow road system that utilizes electrically conductive paint beneath the surface layer to generate and distribute heat evenly across the road. An automated control system enhances energy efficiency by optimizing the power needed for heating. This innovative approach aims to decrease the frequency and duration of winter maintenance operations while minimizing the environmental impact associated with traditional road deicing methods. Specific areas, such as bridges, carpool zones, and hospital emergency parking lots, can benefit from this technology, ensuring safe and accessible roads in all weather conditions.
In partnership with startup SurfactGreen, Eiffage has also developed Actigreen®, a spreading emulsion designed for bonding coats, surface wear coatings (SWR), and sealants. The emulsion’s surfactant, EmulGreen™ RB, is composed of over 80% renewable and locally sourced materials. Its formulation includes a blend of agricultural co-products, such as beetroot, and an alcohol derived from rapeseed oil. EmulGreen™ RB is classified as non-toxic and non-ecotoxic, exhibiting superior biodegradability compared to existing road products. Furthermore, Actigreen® complies with the NF EN 13808 performance standard.
The Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, in collaboration with IDRRIM and Cerema, awarded this recognition, which is co-labeled by the Agency for Innovation in Transport (AIT). The “Roads and Streets” project initiative promotes the validation of innovations through real-world demonstration projects.
The innovations honored this year have received recognition from the infra2050 competitiveness cluster. These solutions will undergo experimental protocols with project owners eager to test them within their regions. Cerema will monitor the implemented solutions for three to five years to assess their performance and long-term viability.
