Reusefully Ltd

So far this year we have identified #reuse potential for over 200,000 tonnes of material, that’s heavy structural items such as steel, concrete (in some cases) and timber, together with components such as doors and flooring systems, and fixtures, fittings and furnishings. Reusing material can make a huge contribution to reducing the #embodied #carbon of new development. We calculate that we have identified embodied carbon savings of more than 15,000 tonnes already this year. That’s the carbon value of reusing materials within a scheme. There is also a significant associated saving through lower transport emissions, and often an accompanying social and heritage value of preserving valuable structures and materials. In addition to carbon savings, there are also significant potential cost savings. A study by MarksBarfield Architects for example showed cost savings of approximately £350,000 through reuse at 22 Baker Street (you can view a case study of this project on the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products excellent #ReuseNow website - link here https://lnkd.in/ez7ExhKi)

When we undertake a pre-demolition or pre-refurbishment audit we analyse and explore both on-site and offsite #reuse opportunities. We establish a reuse percentage, based on the amount of products (in tonnes) that can potentially be reused, and a reuse target which takes into account the practical issues of #deconstruction, storage and re-warranty. So far in 2024, the average reuse target for the projects we have worked on is around 20%, with a potential 200,000 tonnes of material identified for reuse. Some are as high as 50%-60% depending on the project, one or two even higher. This comprises large structural items such as steel beams and concrete floor systems, together with components such as cladding, windows, down to fixtures, fittings and furniture items, where present. We then work with the client and design team to refine these reuse opportunities looking at usage in the new scheme or across a client’s portfolio. In some cases we’re involved facilitating reuse (e.g. rehoming for nearby projects or for donation to other local worthy causes), or getting involved with further testing and investigation where that is required (e.g. brick reuse). 

We have a client with a building in Bloomsbury, London WC1 who is looking to donate various items to local charities/community organisations before refurbishment works commence on 4th Nov. There are a small number of kitchen appliances, some ornamental lights, mirrors, some sink units and one or two other items. Message us if you are interested or feel free to put anyone you know in contact, ideally London-based or local to WC1. The client is keen for these to go to a good cause. #reuse #circularity

Join us and our friends from Alliance for Sustainable Building Products at the #Reuse Summit next month. This is not to be missed by anyone passionate about #reuse and #circularity for the built environment, with a great line up of speakers and a fantastic opportunity to network with likeminded individuals https://lnkd.in/eAMAfwMG

We're working with partners in an Innovate UK-funded research project which is aiming to create an ambitious new platform to enhance #circular economy in buildings. BuildAudIt is a one year collaborative programme that will develop a proof-of-concept platform for AI-enabled ‘digital twins’ of existing buildings – enhancing the #circularity potential of the existing building stock by digitising them as ‘material inventories’. Reach out of you want to find out more and get involved. https://lnkd.in/emNdWzYV

We’ve been working with Cleveland Steel & Tubes Ltd and other stakeholders in a project to decarbonise Dalton Industrial Estate in North Yorkshire. This includes the creation of a circular economy action plan encompassing improved waste segregation, industrial symbiosis to share products, centralised recycling facilities and the creation of a reuse hub. These are actions that businesses across the UK could take to reduce costs and waste streams, and improve resource efficiency, especially so for any business on an industrial park or shared space of any kind #circularity #reuse #decarbonisation https://lnkd.in/eRi-zCUC

This is not to be missed next week if you are interested in steel #reuse ..

Join us with our friends from Alliance for Sustainable Building Products and The Green Register in Bristol this Thursday! #reuse #circularity #reusenow https://lnkd.in/ggbKraCk

Over the last 12 months, we’ve completed detailed and comprehensive pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits on buildings of all shapes and sizes up and down the UK, including offices, schools, retail developments, industrial sites, an old cinema, townhouses and more! We’re working with clients, consultants, design teams & contractors to highlight #reuse opportunities and push #circularity to the forefront. Not everything works out but we’re making more and more progress, overcoming barriers and creating opportunities! We’re keen to find a way to share the data we’re gathering, creating benchmarks and indicators, also have information and ideas on quick wins, and ways of overcoming and addressing the more challenging deconstruction issues. We’re looking into storage, warranty issues and trying to share best practice, and we’re linking to digital platforms and reuse marketplaces. Reach out if you want to collaborate and find out more! #reusenow https://lnkd.in/eBU_hj_W

Who knew reusing steel could be so exciting? The recent Circular Steel event in London provided our Zoe Culverhouse with an opportunity to reflect on the advances being made in the #reuse of steel in construction, asking the question how do we get to a situation where we use more and more reclaimed steel each year? #reusenow #circulareconomy https://lnkd.in/epr2PurM