Holland Circular Hotspot, Transition Team Circular Construction Economy, Arcadis & others
Holland Circular Hotspot, the Transition Team Circular Construction Economy, Arcadis and various ministries of the Netherlands
2023
🏗️ Context and Publisher Circular Buildings: constructing a sustainable future is a publication by Holland Circular Hotspot, in collaboration with the Transition Team Circular Construction Economy, Arcadis, and various ministries of the Netherlands. This publication is part of a series that addresses circular challenges and opportunities across various sectors, including infrastructure, plastics, manufacturing, and textiles. It aims to foster a transition towards sustainable practices in the building sector by highlighting the significance of circular economy concepts. 🌍 Importance of Circular Economy in Construction The construction industry faces significant challenges, including resource depletion, waste generation, and environmental impact. This publication delves into how circular economy principles can effectively address these issues, promoting a more sustainable and resilient building sector. By adopting circular practices, the industry can minimize waste and improve resource efficiency, ultimately contributing to a healthier environment. 📊 Key Practices and Framework The publication outlines 25 good practices from the construction value chain, showcasing successful examples of circular initiatives in the building sector. These practices serve as a guide for stakeholders aiming to implement sustainable strategies in their projects. Additionally, the publication provides a comprehensive framework for facilitating an international shift towards circular construction. This framework includes essential components such as policies, measurement standards, collaboration initiatives, and knowledge exchange among industry players. 🔗 Conclusion Circular Buildings: constructing a sustainable future serves as a crucial resource for anyone interested in sustainable housing and circular economy practices in the construction sector. By providing valuable insights and practical examples, it aims to inspire stakeholders across Europe to adopt circular approaches that benefit both the environment and society. The publication is a call to action for a collaborative effort towards building a sustainable future through innovative construction practices.
Collaboration between different dutch actors
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Holland Circular Hotspot, the Transition Team Circular Construction Economy, Arcadis and various ministries of the Netherlands
Circular Buildings: constructing a sustainable future is the latest addition to a series of publications from Holland Circular Hotspot about circular challenges and opportunities in different sectors including infrastructure, plastics, manufacturing and textiles and apparel industries.
It explores how circular economy concepts can help tackle challenges in the building sector, supporting the transition towards a more sustainable and futureproof industry. It provides 25 good practices from the construction value chain and offers a framework for an international shift towards circular construction comprising policies, measurement standards, collaboration initiatives and knowledge exchange.