Concrete is one of the most commonly used materials in construction. It's no surprise that plenty of it makes its way into landfills where it tends to sit and take up room rather than biodegrade. Careless concrete disposal is a waste, considering how recyclable it...
A lot of waste and pollution is generated every year by the construction industry. One of the best ways to make this essential industry more environmentally friendly is recycling. Recycling saves substantial amounts of energy, and generally decreases demand for new materials that are produced...
When you think of environmentally-friendly industries, construction probably isn’t among the first to come to mind. According to the Sustainability Roadmap for Hospitals, the construction industry uses up a lot of resources and is responsible for a significant amount of waste. This industry uses 40%...