Why are we still demolishing buildings when we can design for deconstruction? In this episode, Arup structural engineer Grace Di Benedetto explains that we need to change our mindset and recognise buildings as valuable sources of materials rather than rubble.
Together, we discuss material passports and the structural engineering opportunities offered by the circular economycircular economyA systems solution framework that tackles global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. It is based on three principles, driven by design: eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials (at their highest value), and regenerate nature..
Speakers
Laura, Pablo Costa, Seb
The Circular Economy Show Podcast
The Circular Economy Show Podcast explores the many dimensions of what a circular economy means, and meets the people making it happen. Each week our hosts are joined by experts from across industry, governments and academia to learn more about how the circular economy is being developed and scaled.
