Michigan’s latest eco-friendly endeavor involves transforming thousands of old tires into rubber-modified asphalt for road building. Over 7,000 scrap tires have been repurposed on Ellsworth Road in Pittsfield Township, with researchers evaluating how this new asphalt stacks up against conventional materials. The initiative has earned a prestigious national award for its commitment to sustainability and effective recycling of resources, aiming to tackle tire waste while boosting road durability.