Recovering materials from building demolition. Faced with ever scarcer natural resources and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the construction industry is turning to “urban mining” – the recovery of construction materials from demolished buildings. However, what may sound like a virtuous circle is beset with obstacles.

CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.

Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future.

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