Two students in Munich, sipping beers on their dormitory couch in 2022, chatted about a recent lecture describing the use of banana fibers in Colombia to make sustainable building materials. Wouldn’t ...

The construction sector uses an incredible amount of physical resources, so it’s no surprise that it also produces a great deal of waste. According to recent research, the construction of our homes, ...

A number of case studies published by the Waste & Resources Action Programme shows that some off site construction systems can reduce on-site waste by as much as 90 percent. The studies, commissioned ...

The construction industry is at a crossroads, and it urgently needs to shift towards more sustainable practices. As one of the largest consumers of global resources and a significant contributor to ...

From affordable housing to wastewater infrastructure, AfriSam’s products demonstrate that sustainable options can also be practical and cost effective.

Surat aims for full recycling of its construction waste by 2024-25. The city has implemented a structured system to divert waste for recycling at a dedicated plant in Kosad, reducing CO₂ emissions and ...

A model clause addressing climate-conscious waste management practices for a government construction project that government entities may incorporate into their own construction contract forms or ...

Update outlines how consistent debris removal may support jobsite safety, compliance, and insurance risk management ...