The circular economy and green building
The European Union produces more than 2.5 billion tonnes of waste every year. It is currently updating its waste management legislation to promote the move to a more sustainable model known as the circular economy.
But what exactly is meant by circular economy?
The circular economy is a model of production and consumption, which involves sharing, renting, reusing, repairing, reconditioning and recycling existing materials and products for as long as possible. In this way, the life cycle of the products is extended, reducing waste to a minimum.
Why do we need to move to a circular economy?
The world population is growing and with it the demand for raw materials. However, these are limited and their use has a strong impact on the environment as it also increases energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Smarter use of raw materials can reduce CO2 emissions.
What are the benefits?
The reduction of pressure on the environment, the improvement of the security of supply of raw materials, the increase in competitiveness, the stimulation of innovation, the relaunch of economic growth, the creation of jobs
In March 2020 the European Commission presented the action plan for the circular economy and green building.
In fact, green building anticipates and plans its spaces based on future use. Particular sectors such as industrial floors in green building (for example with glue-free installation methods) must respect the environment, be sustainable, easy to remove and recyclable at the end of their life cycle.
This path is necessary from a circular economy perspective, contributing to the well-being and health of the environment and people.