The construction industry, traditionally a linear model of ‘take, make, dispose’, is changing. As the world grapples with resource depletion and environmental concerns, the concept of circularity has emerged as a compelling alternative and central to this transformation is the development of material passports.
A material passport is essentially a digital dossier detailing a building’s components. It serves as a comprehensive record, outlining the materials used, manufacturing processes employed and crucially, the potential for recycling or reuse at the end of the product’s life. This level of transparency is helping to change the face of construction.
By providing a clear and accessible record of a building’s composition, material passports streamline the deconstruction process. When a building reaches the end of its useful life, these digital blueprints guide the recovery of valuable materials. No longer is demolition a wasteful process – it becomes an opportunity for resource reclamation. Click link to read more