The Handbook to Building a Circular Economy

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The built environment demands almost half of the world’s extracted materials and waste from demolition and construction represents the largest single waste stream in many countries . A new model is emerging, one that moves away from this current ‘linear economy’, where materials are mined, manufactured, used and thrown away, to a more circular economy where resources are kept in use and their value is retained. For buildings, this means creating a regenerative built environment that prioritises retention and refurbishment over demolition and rebuilding. The new policies in the draft London Plan include a requirement to prepare a Circular Economy Statement to accompany all planning applications to the GLA. David has been working with the GLA to pilot and refine the guidance on circular economy statements, which has given us a unique insight into the requirements of the new statements. David’s presentation will cover the circular economy design principles for buildings; practical examples and case studies; and a brief summary of the requirements of the GLA Circular Economy policies. Dave Cheshire David Cheshire is a Director at AECOM, specialising in sustainability in the built environment. David is the author of Building Revolutions, a RIBA Publications book that explains how to apply the circular economy to the built environment. The hierarchy proposed in Building Revolutions is referenced in the latest London Plan consultation and he is currently working with the GLA to implement the Circular Economy Statement Guidance. David has just published a second edition titled The Handbook to Building a Circular Economy, with new case studies and insights. Please note: This session was recorded from live webinar on 16 June 2022. The on-demand video will expire 12 months after enrolling onto the module. By watching this session, participants will earn a discount code to purchase the book discussed at a special discount price. For more information on this course, or if there are no places available, please email us, or call +44 (0)20 7307 5355 to talk to a member of the team. Please view the Terms and Conditions for more information. Core Curriculum • Sustainable architecture Show more