✅ A MILESTONE FOR SAN JOSE IN 2026
We paved the way, now it's your turn.
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As of August, 2026 San Jose has included low-carbon concrete language in its sidewalk repair contractor specifications.
See how our idea became a practical option for sidewalk repair in our city, and how you can be part of what's next.
In 2024, Pave the Way San Jose set out to make climate-friendly concrete an option for residential sidewalk repairs in our city. In August 2026, we reached that goal when the City of San Jose included language allowing low-carbon concrete in its sidewalk repair contractor specifications.
It took a team effort involving elected officials, City staff, contractors, suppliers and neighbors, each bringing their expertise and a willingness to try something new. Together, we demonstrated that climate-friendly concrete could be a practical choice for everyday sidewalk repairs and helped make our city a little better.
New section 4.6.2 of San Jose's sidewalk repair scope.
Two pilot projects, two ways to use low-carbon concrete
Sidewalk Repair on Janis Way
Our first demonstration of low-carbon concrete in a residential sidewalk repair, avoiding approximately 63 kg of CO₂ emissions.
New Sidewalk on Glendora Ct
Expanding the approach to new residential sidewalk construction. This larger project avoided approximately 563 kg of CO₂ emissions.
You can choose climate-friendly concrete too
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Residents
Learn how to ask for low-carbon concrete for your sidewalk repair.
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Contractors
Learn how to offer low-carbon mixes and where to find more information.
What's next? More cities.
San Jose showed what's possible. We're exploring how to bring these lessons to other communities, starting with Santa Cruz, California.
Learn about our journey ➡️
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