Urban Mining Scan for the Province of South Holland
Providing insight into the building materials required for the ambitious construction targets as well as reuse potential
For the Province of South Holland Metabolic analyzed the materials that are needed for the construction of buildings in the province until 2030. We also provided an in-depth analysis of the reuse possibilities for materials that are released as a result of demolition and renovation. We showcase this reuse potential on three high-impact value chains, namely wood, concrete, and bricks.
- Client: Province South Holland
- Partner: n.a.
- Date: September 2024
Combining construction targets and circular ambitions
The province has ambitious construction targets for the upcoming years. At the same time, it is committed to a transition to sustainability and a circular economy. Urban mining is one of the essential circular interventions to curb the impact of the construction sector. To gain an understanding of where the provincial focus should lie, insight into the urban mining potential is needed.
Providing insight into the flow of building materials
In the form of an urban mining scan, we show the impact of material demand for new construction and renovation through 2030, as well as the materials released from demolition and renovation projects. We map potential savings by applying urban mining to these available material flows. For the three most promising product-market combinations, we explore reuse possibilities by presenting opportunities and practical approaches.
Using insights in urban mining and value chains to leverage change
The province of South Holland can use the results of our urban mining scan to develop infrastructure for material reuse, supporting recycling hubs. The province can lead the coordination of circular supply chains, ensuring efficient material flow. The analysis supports the province in building circular procurement practices for public and private projects, promoting the use of reclaimed materials. Lastly, by collaborating at provincial and national levels, South Holland can align policies and foster large-scale urban mining initiatives, driving systemic change toward a circular building economy.
