Circular Technologies in Construction - Putting Science Into Standards

Circular Technologies in Construction - Putting Science Into Standards

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Jenet, Andreas
Lamperti Tornaghi, Marco
Tsionis, Georgios
Sejersen, Amanda
Moseley, Philippe
De La Fuente Nuno, Arturo
Wrobel, Malgorzata
Hobbs, Gilli
Guldager Jensen, Kasper
Chevauche, Catherine
Levy, Mike
Osset, Philippe
Denton, Steve
Ottosen, Lisbeth
Lynch, Janet
Lewis, Martha
Fuchs, Manfred
Mian, Livia
Maurer, Philip
Taucer, Fabio
Publication Date
January, 2024
Country
EU
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This JRC report emphasises the importance of standardisation in promoting circular construction and the circular economy

It discusses the need for future standardisation and pre-normative research for circular construction in terminology, metrology, performance characterisation, compatibility and operability assessments.

The report highlights the need for clear objectives, focused standards, cost-effectiveness, common future scenarios, resource indicators, and practical implementation aspects to advance circularity in the construction industry. The recommendations provided aim to guide future standardisation activities, aligning with circular principles to drive industry competitiveness and environmental stewardship.