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Steel is both a challenge and a key opportunity in the construction industry’s shift toward circular economy principles. The Steel Construction Institute’s new Steel Reuse Protocol offers a clear path for integrating reused steel safely and effectively into projects—cutting carbon emissions and improving material efficiency. But doing so demands a rethink of design, demolition, and supply chains. With rising steel prices and global trade uncertainties, reusing steel is fast becoming a smart strategy for both sustainability and resilience in the built environment.
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is emerging as a powerful tool in sustainable construction. By capturing CO₂ emissions and storing them safely, CCS helps reduce the industry’s carbon footprint—especially in high-emission materials like concrete and steel. Innovations like carbon-absorbing concrete and bio-based materials are already in use, with projects such as CarbonCure and The EDGE in Amsterdam leading the way. While costs and infrastructure remain challenges, ongoing innovation and policy support are accelerating adoption, positioning CCS as a key solution for a low-carbon built environment.
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The UK’s construction sector is on the brink of transformation as structural engineers, architects, and developers respond to growing pressure to embrace circular economy principles. With construction accounting for over 60% of the UK’s waste, the shift toward material reuse, modular design, and adaptive reuse is no longer optional—it’s essential. Steve Reed’s recent speech signals government backing, but widespread adoption will require industry-wide collaboration, new funding models, and a shift in mindset. From design for disassembly to green concrete, this article explores how the sector can lead a sustainable revolution in the built environment.