Topic of the Month (May 2024)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
This month, the ToM is "Circular construction for a sustainable building sector". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Bio-based and low carbon materials
- Life cycle analysis
- Circular economy principles
and more!
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Building conversations up with... Cristina Jiménez Pulido - Doctora Arquitecta, especializada en Sostenibilidad – Consultora Técnica en INECO.
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The Circ-Boost project aims at boosting the uptake of circular solutions in construction via 5 pilots across Europe and a 3D circular economy web map, harnessing digital technologies for waste management and optimising scalability and adoption.
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The construction industry still represents one of the largest global energy consumers, but it has great potential for decarbonisation if circular construction principles are to be adopted. The European Union is pushing for the implementation of innovative and sustainable processes to achieve a paradigm shift towards circular construction. This article explores the potential of circularity to revolutionise the way we build, and envision, our built environment.
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RMIT University engineers, in collaboration with Visy, developed energy-efficient bricks using waste materials like glass and ash, offering improved insulation and potential cost savings while meeting environmental standards.
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Hemp presents a promising solution in the battle against climate change due to its fast growth and ability to sequester carbon dioxide.
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Contractors and housebuilders can position themselves for future success by staying informed about sustainable construction materials trends and their impact on operations.
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The built environment is becoming less and less sustainable. Good practices are already in place but more needs to be done by using circular economy approaches.
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The transition to a circular economy, also in the construction sector, which is essential to achieve the goal of zero emissions, requires a rapid paradigm shift.
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Concrete production poses environmental challenges, requiring innovative solutions for sustainability.
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