In many areas of the construction industry, ‘circular economy’ and ‘sustainability’ are often grouped together. They are commonly used in reference to environmental challenges and the need for individuals and businesses to take into account the impact of their actions on the planet.
On the face of it, both seem to be strongly connected to each other, but there are key differences between the two that are worth exploring. And that’s exactly what we’re about to do below.
A circular economy is a process and set of principles that aims to Reduce, Recycle and Reuse waste items wherever possible. It’s an alternative to the Take-Make-Dispose approach of old, in which many items were used just once before being discarded.
In contrast, those involved in a circular economy seek to find new uses for old materials, as most still have plenty to offer the world and don’t need to clog up landfill sites.
Here at SRC Group, we offer a wide range of services that bring the circular economy to life on construction projects:
Unlike other providers, we don’t just clear sites, we also carry out the demolition works ourselves. This gives us full control over material recovery, which means that we can reuse materials directly on-site. Where suitable, we can also crush rubble and hardcore during the project itself, producing recycled aggregates that are ready to be used straight away.
As projects move forward, our muckaway services can safely collect waste from sites and transport it to our licensed recycling centres. This ensures that as much as possible is diverted from landfill and given a new purpose.
Our state-of-the-art treatment plants allow us to separate, wash and process waste into high-quality recycled materials that can re-enter the construction cycle.
To complete the circle, our construction division, SRC Build, uses these recycled products in real projects. From recycled aggregates and ECO-BLOC® blocks to low-carbon concrete; we put our own materials back into schools, offices, warehouses and housing developments.
This means that we don’t just talk about the circular economy, we deliver it, using our recycled products to build the next generation of projects across London and the South East.
The key goal of the circular economy approach is to prevent waste and pollution from happening in the first place, rather than contributing to the problem. A circular economy achieves this by keeping resources in circulation for as long as possible, instead of immediately disposing of them.
This will:
Something that’s sustainable is defined as having staying power, ie, the ability to last beyond the here and now, and still serve a purpose in the future.
The word ‘sustainability’ has, in recent times, been used to sum up society’s shared goal of taking actions now with an eye on the future. It’s about striking a balance between meeting the needs of current day businesses and individuals, whilst considering the impact that these actions might have on the wellbeing of future generations.
Sustainability is a priority for many in government, business and everyday life, as sustainable approaches become more and more crucial in preserving the well-being of the planet for future generations.
The sectors we work in here at SRC Group are certainly being reshaped by the need for contractors, developers, clients and end-users to demonstrate sustainability, and we’re proud of the role we’re playing in ensuring that the construction, demolition and waste disposal industries are 100% focused on this important issue.
There are clear links between a circular economy and sustainability. After all, both are focused on preserving the environment, with the former often helping organisations to meet targets in the latter.
A Circular Economy is a process or concept. It’s a way of doing things; an approach. It’s something that we believe the whole construction industry needs to support, because it’s a vital step towards saving the planet.
Sustainability is a goal. A target that focuses on delivering long-term benefits to the well-being of the planet whilst being sensitive to the needs and challenges of the present day.
For the team here at SRC Group, sustainability is also a responsibility. Something that we believe everyone in the construction industry needs to take seriously.
At SRC Group, the principles of the circular economy are built-into our day-to-day operations. Our circular economy model is based on the principles of reducing, reusing, recycling and regenerating, and gives us a reuse rate of 89% for recovered materials.
Our in-house recycling centres are at the heart of the process, and to make our circular model sustainable well into the future, we’ve launched Vision 2030, which aims to see us:
If you’re looking for a circular economy partner with services in construction, demolition and waste management, the team at SRC Group are the people to choose.
We are a family run company that’s proud to call ourselves a circular economy construction business. We have a whole host of industry-recognised accreditations and qualifications as well as a strong commitment to delivering client satisfaction with every project we work on.
Reach out to our friendly team today to discover how our circular approach can help you to meet your sustainability goals. You can call us on 0208 594 0169 or email us at enquiries@www.srcgroup.co.uk.
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