Circular economy and reuse: guidance for designers

Author: P Gowler et al

Date published

11 July 2023

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Member: £51.95
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Circular economy and reuse: guidance for designers

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P Gowler et al
Date published
11 July 2023
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P Gowler et al

Date published

11 July 2023

Author

P Gowler et al

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Standard: £79.95
Member: £51.95
Student: £39.95

Brand new guidance from the Institution of Structural Engineers focusing on the circular economy being part of the answer to tackling climate change in the built environment.

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The circular economy requires materials and elements to be retained at their highest value for as long as possible. Structural engineers are uniquely placed to facilitate the re-use of not just entire buildings and infrastructure, but also individual elements. Designers can have the greatest impact at the start of a project when strategic decisions are being made. This publication comprises four parts, and provides actionable guidance for incorporating circular principles on engineering projects; enabling structural engineers to take the initiative on this critical transition by leading clients and project teams through the process.
  • Part 1 explains the concepts, outlines how to overcome the barriers to adoption, and quantifies the impact.
  • Part 2 focuses on the feasibility, analysis, design and construction aspects of reusing existing buildings.
  • Part 3 contains detailed material-specific subsections and develops the thinking around reusing components and assemblies, audits, and the legal considerations to be aware of.
  • Part 4 covers the circular economy principles to be used when designing new builds and includes a chapter on resource-led design or ‘designing with what is available’ – skills which structural engineers will need to develop to transition to a fully circular world.

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Format:
Book (A4 print or PDF)
ISBN:
978-1-906335-60-1
Pages:
331
Publisher:
IStructE Ltd

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Ethics Conservation & Restoration Guidance Suitable for students Climate change Adaptability Demolition Repair & Maintenance Assessment of Structures Refurbishment Retrofit Extension Conversion Best practice Guides

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