Circular economy in construction: re-use NS train windows as a new construction component

The building industry is a significant waste contributor. Especially at the end-of-life of the building it causes an enormous impact on the environment. Construction solid waste has caused serious environmental problems. Reuse, recycling and reduction of construction materials have been advocated for many years, and various methods have been...

Functions of reuse and recycling in the service economy

The present paper aims at communicating the business world the vision of sustainable competitiveness entailing the adoption of the new business models of producing, selling and maintaining performance over time. These models include strategies that can head firms in designing and producing goods that facilitate the efficient use of resources...