What Happened
Industry leaders are shifting from traditional demolition to deconstruction to enhance material reuse and reduce waste. New projects demonstrate commercial viability by recovering up to 90% of materials for reuse. Companies like Skanska and BAM are adopting circular construction methods on projects in Europe and North America.
Why It Matters for the AECM Industry
This shift reduces landfill costs and raw material expenses, improving project sustainability credentials. Engineers and contractors must integrate deconstruction planning early to optimize material recovery and comply with emerging regulations. Manufacturers can benefit by supplying modular, recyclable components.
What's Next
Several pilot programs will scale through 2024, focusing on digital tracking of materials and standardized circular design guidelines. Industry forums will share best practices to accelerate adoption across global markets.
Source: https://aec-business.com/from-demolition-to-deconstruction-making-circularity-a-commercially-viable-reality/. Read the original story →
