Ways to Embrace Circularity 5 Use Resources Extend Product More Ef昀椀ciently Life 1/ 2/ Adopting resource-ef昀椀cient construction Though a closed-loop system of reuse strategies helps reduce waste and opti- and recycling is the ultimate goal of the mize building performance. For example, circular economy, extending product BIM (Building Information Modeling) al- lifetimes can help minimize waste. The lows architects, engineers, and construc- concept of lifetime extension involves tion professionals to identify opportuni- designing durable, repairable, and recy- ties during the design process to reduce clable products. This helps keep prod- material waste during construction. ucts in use for as long as possible, re- ducing the need for new production and Another approach is Equipment as a minimizing the environmental impact. Service (EaaS), a service model that lets companies access equipment, tools, or The bene昀椀ts of a circular economy ex- other resources on a usage basis. This tend beyond the ecological – they can can minimize waste by reducing the bring economic gains too. For example, need for new purchases and disposals. a construction company could recycle EaaS providers are typically responsible concrete from demolition sites and use it for maintaining and repairing equipment, to make new concrete, which would not helping to ensure it's always in good only reduce waste but also save money working order while maximizing its value on disposal costs. over its lifetime. / 3