Description

The construction industry is failing to decarbonize by 2050, producing vast amounts of waste that is often downcycled, reducing material quality and increasing resource demand. Reusing and repurposing materials, rather than downcycling or discarding them, can significantly reduce the sector’s carbon footprint and preserve valuable resources. Implementing strategies like material passports and deconstruction over demolition can transform buildings into repositories of reusable components, extending the lifecycle of materials and preventing waste.