The Business Case for Circular Buildings
The event was organized by WBCSD, Arup and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. The WBCSD report illustrates the economic benefits of circular economy solutions in the built environment alongside a broader value case, including environmental and social factors. The Circular Building Design Toolkit brings together strategies, case studies and tools for designing more circular buildings, meaning reduced waste and carbon for a healthier planet and healthier people.
The session also touched on the potential of circularity to unlock the transition towards net zero carbon in the built environment, and to make use of nature-based solutions. Three main approaches were highlighted as essential: the shared economy, product material efficiency and recycling circulation as part of production. Participants also stressed the importance of creating demand to make better use of tools.
Speakers:
Usha Iyer-Raniga
SDG 12 Targets
Value Chains:
