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As we think about future materials of construction, how do we account for the damage we are already causing to the environment? Can we recycle the used construction material, will it be effective for construction? Following is a short video for such a solution from UK - https://lnkd.in/d53gqed3

How many construction materials can you upcycle today?

“In the past, we’ve looked at what material contractors can provide at the lowest cost. Now, we’re adding sustainability to that equation. This will allow us to choose the materials that perform well, are low cost and are better for the environment. This is a new tool to drive us toward that triple bottom line.” - Bill Buttlar Great work, Bill Buttlar, Ph.D., P.E. & Punyaslok Rath, Ph.D.! https://lnkd.in/gKab2yPu

#Greenwash advice. Really good article in Construction News today on how to spot greenwash in the #construction supply chain. Marketers - this is well worth a read. Really useful article https://lnkd.in/eYC-iJwC

How can copper improve sustainability in the construction industry? The environmental impact of plastic is severe, especially given the availability of more sustainable options like copper for pipework. Oliver Lawton, co-founder of CuSP and managing director at Lawton Tubes, discusses the urgency for the construction industry to prioritise sustainability in a discussion on driving positive change. https://zurl.co/Y2dH

In the July issue of Building Today, the article "Difficult Plastic Wastes in Construction: What Are They and Can We Avoid Them?" highlights the challenges posed by difficult-to-recycle plastics in construction and explores strategies to avoid them. The construction industry faces significant issues with certain types of plastic waste due to their complexity in recycling and management. These difficult plastics can include single materials like PVC and polystyrene but also composite materials, made of more than one material type. Using an innovative approach, it is possible to reduce environmental impact and improve waste management practices. For more details, read the full article on pages 36 and 37 of the July issue of Building Today. #Sustainability #Construction #EnvironmentalInnovationCentre #PlasticRecycling #EIC https://lnkd.in/gAkFpHKn 📘🔍♻️

With the EPA's new "Buy Clean" initiative introducing labels for low-carbon construction materials, it's evident that sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it's becoming a regulatory standard. However, these labels are just the beginning. I see this as the start of a wave of changes driven by how consumers and clients are evolving in their consumption of information. Businesses must prepare for new methods of communicating product and service details, including the development of dynamic living labels that can adapt to the specific conditions of each project and client. This approach will ensure that your business stays ahead of the curve, meeting both regulatory demands and the expectations of increasingly informed and environmentally conscious customers. #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #ConstructionInnovation #BuiltEnvironment #StrategicForesight #SustainableMaterials #FutureOfProcurement #SmartBuilding #LivingLabels

Discover the harsh truth of greenwashing in the construction industry. Uncover deceptive practices, examples, and learn how to avoid it in future projects. Find more 👉

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐔’𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟗 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞☝️ 🚚 Introducing EU End-of-Waste (EOW) criteria is crucial to enhance trust and acceptance of recycled materials from CDW by builders and authorities. 🚧Harmonising these criteria with established national standards will promote the uptake of recycled C&D materials in new construction projects and facilitate the substitution of extracted raw materials. 👉 That's why ECDB advocates for establishing EoW criteria that will ensure clear and consistent rules regarding the transition of materials from waste to product and their subsequent usage. EuRIC's Construction and Demolition Branch (ECDB) has released a manifesto for the EU's 2024–2029 mandate, detailing five key policy recommendations to drive circularity in the construction and demolition sector. Read more here👉 euric.link/afx

What is an EPD, and why is it so important for accelerating sustainable construction? EPD stands for Environmental Product Declaration: it is an independently verified document that communicates a product’s environmental impact. An EPD can include up to 37 indicators, ranging from carbon footprint to energy consumption and waste generation. Think of it as the equivalent of a nutrition facts label for construction materials. https://lnkd.in/g5xceh8k