Examining the Drivers to Support Improved Construction and Demolition Waste Management for a Circular Economy: A Comprehensive Review Using a Systematic Approach

Mahmoud Alhawamdeh (), Juan A. Ferriz-Papi and Angela Lee
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Mahmoud Alhawamdeh: Department of Business and Management, Bath Business School, Bath Spa University, Newton St Loe, Bath BA2 9BN, UK
Juan A. Ferriz-Papi: Department of Sustainable Built and Natural Environments, School of Science, Engineering and Environment, University of Salford, 43 Crescent, Manchester M5 4WT, UK
Angela Lee: School of the Built Environment, University College of Estate Management (UK) Horizons, 60 Queens Rd, Reading RG1 4BS, UK

Sustainability, 2024, vol. 16, issue 14, 1-17

Abstract: With the rapid pace of global urbanisation, construction demolition waste (CDW) constitutes roughly 36% of the total solid waste deposited in landfill sites worldwide, thereby posing a significant challenge to the sustainability of the construction industry. To address this issue, circular economy strategies are proposed as a solution. This paper systematically analyses 55 research articles published in leading peer-reviewed English-language scholarly journals over the past decade. It aims to identify and categorise drivers for enhanced CDW management by synthesising findings from previous research to support the principles of a circular economy. Utilising a PESTLE model for classification and analysis provides valuable insights into disparities and distinctions among categories, regions, and countries. The resulting analysis yields valuable insights into enablers and trends, with the aim of making a substantial contribution to mitigating the impact of construction activities and thus fostering the establishment of an efficient circular economy within the sector.

Keywords: construction waste; construction and demolition waste; waste management; driver; circular economy; sustainability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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