Construction waste reduction
In this urban Hamilton house, construction waste reduction was an important part of the sustainable design strategy, from design planning through to demolition.
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By Roman Jaques, Heidi Mardon – 1 April 2009, Build 111
In this urban Hamilton house, construction waste reduction was an important part of the sustainable design strategy, from design planning through to demolition.
By Roman Jaques, David Hindley – 1 April 2013, Build 135
There are many ways to limit the amount of construction waste going to landfill. Put even a few strategies in place and you can dramatically limit wastage and make savings.
By Nick Helm – 1 February 2018, Build 164, Feature article
The building and construction industry has a shocking record when cleaning up after itself. It contributes more to New Zealand’s burgeoning waste stream than every other industrial, commercial and household activity combined.
By Dr Terri-Ann Berry – 1 February 2022, Build 188, Feature article
The tonnes of construction waste that go to landfill each year are a significant environmental hazard. A research centre at Unitec is working to change this with an innovative project to help construction companies reduce the amount of plastic waste they discard.
By David Hindley – 1 February 2022, Build 188, Feature article
On some construction work, just 2.5% of the materials bought for the job end up in the skip. That’s a third or less of the waste volumes produced by typical construction methods and is a clear pointer for the direction the industry must head in.
By Amber Garnett, Roman Jaques – 1 February 2018, Build 164, Feature article
Better buildings are not only warm, dry and healthy but have a minimal impact on our environment. BRANZ research is collecting data to help tailor construction waste reduction initiatives to different regions.
By Dael Climo – 1 April 2020, Build 177
Construction and demolition waste comprises 40-50% of waste going to landfill, and each home built generates an average of 4 tonnes of waste. Contributing to the circular economy by recycling, rather than wasting materials, would contribute to meeting net-zero carbon targets.
By Derek Chisholm – 1 December 2012, Build 133
Whether it is surplus material or demolition waste, the reuse of concrete is actively encouraged. A best practice guide outlines how to do this.
By Fraser Scott, Lynda Amitrano – 1 February 2013, Build 134, Feature article
An innovative solution to recycling some of the massive building waste generated in Christchurch identified a customer who could use plasterboard that would otherwise go to landfill and a clever system for collecting it.
1 February 2018, Build 164, Feature article
While construction and demolition waste is created by contractors on site, decisions made by designers influence the type and amount of waste throughout a building’s life.