used in the manufacture of cement, aggregates and glass fibers. These natural materials are not normally regarded as pollutants. GFRC itself is a stable mineral based material, and is inert. The light weight of Stromberg GFRC provides several environmental benefits. A study by the Government of the United Kingdom's DETR/Concrete Industry Alliance 'Partners in Technology' project compared GFRC and precast concrete products that perform the same function. The results show that GFRC has a much lower environmental impact by a factor of 60%, when compared to traditional precast concrete. The main environmental benefits of Stromberg GFRC when compared to traditional precast concrete are:
Reduced cement and energy usage Reduced transport costs Durability for a long life