Impact of circular economy in construction sector: review of current trends and future research direction

Abstract

Nowadays, a global problem of resource scarcity and a need to reduce waste generation make a discussion about eco-friendly production models more severe than ever before. One of the world's largest waste generators is the construction sector, the Circular Economy can help diminish its environmental impact. In the world, large amount of solid waste is generated, and the extraction of natural resources takes place due to the construction sector. This procedure happens because the construction sector primarily acquires a linear economic model of "take, make and waste," using materials for the construction of buildings and disposing of them, as they are fabricated for one-time use and do not preserve the potential for reuse.

 A paradigm shift has been occurring in the industry at large over the last few decades with the acquisition of a Circular Economy model that objects to keeping the materials in a closed loop to maintain their maximum value.

Therefore with a more significant potential of diminishing the waste generation and resources extraction for the Construction Sector. This research paper draws the attention towards environmental impact; innovative designs; utilization and manufacturing of sustainable, recyclable, and reusable products, components, and materials.