Description
Reuse is one of the highest strategies in the R ladder. In the NL, the number of buildings being deconstructed instead of demolished has increased. Several exemplary cases bare testimony to the potential of reuse on reducing the consumption of primary abiotic resources and reducing the carbon footprint of (new) buildings. At the same time, an emergent network of reclaimed materials resellers is also being established, acquiring a significant presence in the building materials market (opalis.eu). Nevertheless, only a small percentage of reclaimed building components will find their way into reuse. Several factors still exist that hinder reuse practices namely liability issues, mismatch of demand to availability, and the lack of sufficient information to allow for an easy design integration. Addressing these hindrances is paramount for the successful implementation and scaling up of reuse practices.| Period | 27 Jun 2025 → 4 Jul 2025 |
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| Event type | Other |
| Location | Delft, NetherlandsShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | International |