Towards a Circular Economy: A Pathway to Innovative Sustainable Waste Management in the Construction Industry

Daniel Oteng (), Hossein Omrany, Bridget T. B. Eshun () and Prince Antwi-Afari ()
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Daniel Oteng: The University of Adelaide, School of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Hossein Omrany: The University of Adelaide, School of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Bridget T. B. Eshun: Glasgow Caledonian University, Department of Construction and Surveying
Prince Antwi-Afari: The University of Adelaide, School of Architecture and Civil Engineering

Chapter Chapter 2 in Global Investment Decisions in the Circular Economy, 2025, pp 15-30 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This chapter explores the application of circular economy principles to enhance resource efficiency and improve waste management practices within the construction industry. It highlights the transformative potential of circular approaches such as material reuse, recycling, modular construction, and adaptive design for disassembly, which significantly mitigate waste generation and environmental impact. The role of digitalization, including building information modelling, digital product passports, blockchain technology, robotics, and artificial intelligence, is examined as crucial to optimizing resource management and supporting sustainable construction practices. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the importance of policy frameworks, regulatory standards, sustainability certifications, and collaborative stakeholder engagement, particularly industry-academia partnerships, in successfully implementing circular economy strategies. Finally, it identifies future research directions and practical implications that can drive continued innovation and widespread adoption of sustainable practices, ultimately positioning the construction sector as a leader in global sustainability efforts.

Keywords: Circular economy; Construction sustainability; Life cycle assessment; Digital automation; Resource efficiency; Waste management (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-86236-6_2

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