Abstract
Generation of building and housing waste constitutes a major impact on the environment. Many studies have been directed towards reducing waste in various development processes. However, professionals are rather conservative and lack the motivation to develop new technology for waste minimisation. To provide a better understanding of the present scenario and motivation for future development, for both the housing sector and the residents, this article investigates the existing waste management and recycling situations, examines the existing waste problems, and reviews seven building and housing waste recycling technologies, including (1) brick, (2) concrete, (3) ferrous metal, (4) glass, (5) masonry, (6) nonferrous metal, and (7) plastic. © 2012 Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Ltd All rights reserved..
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | International Encyclopedia of Housing and Home |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Pages | 215-218 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780080471716 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2012 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
Research Keywords
- Building and housing
- Demolition
- Recycling
- Recycling technologies
- Waste management
- Waste problem
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