Discover how we can build better together at our Build out waste by design seminar on 15 October. The half-day event in Auckland will explore emerging technologies, circular products and effective frameworks that can help reduce waste even before you start building.
Our speakers bring innovative solutions, practical industry experience and a belief that we can do better. We’ll hear from architects, contractors, designers, project managers, engineers and researchers.
Here are the main themes they will be covering:
Collaborating on circular design
Our current siloed approach to construction projects is wasteful. Unforeseen problems result in wasted time, materials and money. By involving key parties from the start of a project, potential issues can be identified and resolved early. Improvements can be built into the design. Joint decision-making creates a more robust and considered initial design. Better communication across all areas of the project helps improve environmental outcomes.
Designing for sustainability from the outset
To eliminate waste throughout the construction process, we need to transition from a ‘take-make-waste’ linear economy to a circular one. We need to design out waste from the get-go and recognise ‘waste’ as a resource, rather than rubbish.
Reducing waste from start to finish
There is waste at every point in the value chain, and there are ways it can be minimised. Everything from contracts and construction techniques to onsite practices, data and end-of-life solutions can contribute to sustainable outcomes.
Looking to the future
Technology is key to circular outcomes in construction. The marriage of physical and digital technology is shifting the way we design, build and maintain our built environment.
Want to get involved?
Join our Build out waste by design seminar later this month. Hear about real-world challenges, opportunities and success stories and be inspired to build better.
We’ve also developed free resources to help you get started. They include an industry-led Implementation Plan for Circular Construction. It underscores the urgent need for collaboration and a concerted effort across all stakeholders.