The idea of taking care of what we have has always been at the core of MoDOT's environmental philosophy. Here is how the department makes that idea a reality.
- Elect to protect. When designing projects MoDOT keeps sensitive species and habitats in mind. Projects are reviewed and completed
toensure the safety of protected species. - Replace the space. MoDOT replaces wetlands and mitigates stream impacts are required under the Clean Water Act.
- It's on the web. To conserve energy and paper, MoDOT has begun providing project plans via the Internet, a move that will save about $200,000 a year.
- From Tires to Fuel. MoDOT crews clean up more than 80,000 car tires – about 600 tons – that are left on state highways every year. These tires are ground up and used as fuel for power plants.
Photo courtesy of the Missouri Department of Conservation.
