Construction, renovation, and demolition waste represent about one third of total solid waste in Canada. Even though most of these materials could be reused or recycled, they are often landfilled.
How can we as researchers, professionals and community members address this gap?
The smart management of construction waste is multifaceted and should include strategies applied throughout the lifecycle of assets.
Watch the virtual panel and discussion that was held May 20, 2021, at Concordia University's 4th Space featuring:
- Nicolas Bellerose, Recyc-Québec
- Abdu Lofty, PhD, PEng, LafargeHolcim
- Stephane Dalo, Peng, MEL, Dialog
- Michel Bouchard, Devimco
- Ahmed Soliman, PhD, PEng, Concordia University
Osama Moselhi, director of the Centre for Innovation in Construction and Infrastructure Engineering & Management (CICIEM), provided the opening remarks.
The event was organized by Concordia University’s Centre for Innovation in Construction and Infrastructure Engineering & Management (CICIEM), Concordia’s Next Generation Cities Institute and 4th Space.
Download a summary of the panel (PDF).
