Examining the drivers to support improved construction and demolition waste management for a circular economy: a comprehensive review using a systematic approach

Alhawamdeh, M, Ferriz-Papi, J.A and Lee, A (2024) 'Examining the drivers to support improved construction and demolition waste management for a circular economy: a comprehensive review using a systematic approach.' Sustainability, 16 (14). e6014. ISSN 2071-1050

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Official URL: https://doi.org/10.3390/su16146014

Abstract

With the rapid pace of global urbanisation, construction demolition waste (CDW) constitutes roughly 36% of the total solid waste deposited in landfill sites worldwide, thereby posing a significant challenge to the sustainability of the construction industry. To address this issue, circular economy strategies are proposed as a solution. This paper systematically analyses 55 research articles published in leading peer-reviewed English-language scholarly journals over the past decade. It aims to identify and categorise drivers for enhanced CDW management by synthesising findings from previous research to support the principles of a circular economy. Utilising a PESTLE model for classification and analysis provides valuable insights into disparities and distinctions among categories, regions, and countries. The resulting analysis yields valuable insights into enablers and trends, with the aim of making a substantial contribution to mitigating the impact of construction activities and thus fostering the establishment of an efficient circular economy within the sector.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: construction waste, construction and demolition waste, waste management, driver, circular economy, sustainability
Divisions: Bath Business School
Date Deposited: 16 Sep 2024 15:13
Last Modified: 16 Sep 2024 15:13
URI / Page ID: https://researchspace.bathspa.ac.uk/id/eprint/16380
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