<b>Reclamation Time</b> - a podcast hosted by Thornton Kay for reclaimers, architects, designers and reuse lifestylers. Listen live on X Spaces by iPhone or Android phone at 16:00GMT on the second Tuesday monthly, or listen to an edit of the recorded podcast. Opinions are the speakers' own, and on the Spaces live version may at times be more forthright.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support</a>.
Reclamation Time
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<b>Reclamation Time</b> - a podcast hosted by Thornton Kay for reclaimers, architects, designers and reuse lifestylers. Listen live on X Spaces by iPhone or Android phone at 16:00GMT on the second Tuesday monthly, or listen to an edit of the recorded podcast. Opinions are the speakers' own, and on the Spaces live version may at times be more forthright.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support</a>.
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July 16, 2024
Government policies to increase reclamation and reuse of reclaimed building material
This month on X Thornton Kay was joined by Brad Guy and Brian Murphy in a discussion about policies which might increase the amount of building material reclaimed and reused. The discussion which lasted over 2 hours was then edited to around 40 minutes before being uoploaded here.<br /><br />Some useful links about encouraging (a few do not) reclamation stockholding and the reuse of reclaimed building material in EU, USA and UK.<br /><br />Europe<br />- https://www.eco-platform.org/eco-portal-access-point-to-digital-product-data.html<br />- Jane Andersen https://www.eco-platform.org/epd-facts-figures.html<br />- https://www.eco-platform.org/files/download/statements/ECO_2023.12.06_Letter_ECO%20Platform%20Indicators.pdf<br />- https://www.sei.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/green-public-procurement-eu.pdf public authorities<br /><br />European Union<br />How does EU encourage public salvage, procurement, and reuse of reclaimed building material?<br />Mainly circular economy. Here are the main strategies and measures:<br />Green Public Procurement (GPP) and Circular Economy Action Plan<br /> - Green Public Procurement (GPP): The EU promotes GPP as a tool to drive the market for sustainable products and services, including reclaimed building materials. GPP criteria are designed to encourage the use of recycled and reclaimed materials in public construction projects.<br />- Circular Economy Action Plan: This plan includes measures to enhance the circularity of the construction sector by promoting the reuse and recycling of building materials. It aims to integrate circular economy principles into public procurement processes.<br /> - Waste Framework Directive: This directive prioritises the management of construction and demolition waste, setting targets for recycling and reuse. It encourages Member States to implement measures that promote the use of reclaimed materials in construction projects.<br /> - Public Procurement Directives: These directives provide a legal framework for public procurement in the EU, allowing contracting authorities to include environmental criteria in their procurement processes. This can include requirements for the use of reclaimed building materials.<br /> - National Action Plans (NAPs) - EU Member States have developed NAPs that incorporate circular economy principles. These plans often include specific targets and measures to promote the use of reclaimed materials in public construction projects.<br /> - Funding and Incentives - Programs such as Horizon Europe and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) provide funding for projects that promote the circular economy, including the reuse of building materials.<br /> - Incentives for Reuse and Recycling - The EU incentives include tax incentives, grants, and subsidies for projects that use reclaimed materials.<br /> - Technical Standards and Guidelines - Technical Standards for Recycled(?) Materials - The EU is working on developing and harmonising technical standards for recycled and reclaimed materials to ensure their quality and safety. This helps to build trust and acceptance among public procurement authorities.<br />- Guidelines and Toolkits - The EU provides guidelines and toolkits to help public authorities implement circular procurement practices. These resources offer practical advice on how to include reclaimed materials in procurement specifications.<br /> - Monitoring and Reporting - Circular Economy Monitoring Framework - The EU has established a monitoring framework to track progress towards a circular economy. This includes indicators related to the use of reclaimed materials in construction projects.<br /> - Reporting Requirements: Public authorities may be required to report on their use of reclaimed materials in construction projects, helping to ensure compliance with circular economy goals.<br /> - Examples of Implementation - Helsinki Dock Regeneration Project: This project involved recycling demolition materials into new build projects, demonstrating the practical application of circular economy principles in public procurement.<br /> - Dutch Green and EU LIFE REBus Pilot Projects - These projects in Holland shown public procurement can drive demand for circular solutions including reuse use of reclaimed materials.<br />The EU encourages the reuse of reclaimed building materials in public procurement through a combination of legislative measures, funding programs, technical standards, and practical guidelines. By integrating circular economy principles into public procurement processes, the EU aims to reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote sustainable construction practices.<br />https://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/etudes/STUD/2017/602065/IPOL_STU%282017%29602065_EN.pdf<br />https://worldgbc.org/article/eu-roadmap-series-part-3/<br />https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/news/markets-commonly-recycled-materials-struggle<br />https://build-up.ec.europa.eu/en/resources-and-tools/articles/circular-construction-and-materials-sustainable-building-sector<br />https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/many-eu-member-states<br />https://environment.ec.europa.eu/strategy/circular-economy-action-plan_en<br />https://circulareconomy.europa.eu/platform/sites/default/files/2024-04/Reuse%20Toolkit%20-%20Procurement%20Strategies.pdf<br />https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/project-result-content/72b93579-f3e8-4450-9b82-20d721efb3e8/CaseStudies_Final__1_.pdf<br /><br />United Kingdom <br /><br />Mentioned by Thornton and Brian in the podcast - demolition and landfill tax<br />Estimated landfill taxes collected 2024 for different construction wastes in the UK:<br />Inert Construction Waste Landfill Tax - estimate £185.69 million<br />Putrescible (Non-inert) Construction Waste Landfill Tax - estimate £205.95 million<br />Figures based on the following assumptions and data:<br /> - Total construction waste generated: 66.2 million tonnes<br /> - Inert waste comprises approximately 85% of construction waste<br /> - Putrescible waste comprises approximately 15% of construction waste<br /> - Landfill tax rates for 2024: £103.70 per tonne for standard rate (putrescible waste) and £3.30 per tonne for lower rate (inert waste)<br /> - Assumption that 20% of putrescible waste ends up in landfill due to waste management practices, recycling, and recovery processes<br />It's important to note that these are estimates and the actual figures may vary based on factors such as changes in waste management practices, recycling rates, and the accuracy of waste classification. The high proportion of tax from putrescible waste, despite its lower volume, reflects the significantly higher tax rate applied to this type of waste to discourage its disposal in landfills.<br /><br />Links<br /><b><a href="https://futureuse.co.uk/resources/reuse-toolkit-procurement-strategies/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FCRBE Reuse toolkit: Procurement strategies</a>/</b><br /><a href="https://www.wastemanaged.co.uk/our-news/construction/construction-waste-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.wastemanaged.co.uk/our-news/construction/construction-waste-guide/</a><br /><a href="https://www.wastemanaged.co.uk/our-news/construction/construction-waste-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.biffa.co.uk/biffa-insights/construction-waste-recycling</a><br /><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/landfill-tax-rates-for-2024-to-2025/increases-to-landfill-tax-rates-from-1-april-2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/landfill-tax-rates-for-2024-to-2025/increases-to-landfill-tax-rates-from-1-april-2024</a><br />https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/uk-waste-data/uk-statistics-on-waste<br />https://abavus.co.uk/blog/changes-in-construction-waste-management/<br /><a href="https://mineralproducts.org/News/2024/release09.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://mineralproducts.org/News/2024/release09.aspx</a><br /><br />Landfill tax for Hazardous construction waste in the UK - Key Data Points<br />1. Total UK Waste in 2018: 222.2 million tonnes<br />2. Percentage of Waste from Construction, Demolition, and Excavation (CDE): 62%<br />3. Estimated CDE Waste: 137.76 million tonnes<br />4. Percentage of Hazardous CDE Waste: 5% (conservative estimate)<br />5. Estimated Hazardous CDE Waste: 6.89 million tonnes<br />6. Landfill Tax Rate for Hazardous Waste (2024): £103.70 per tonne<br /> - Calculation of Landfill Tax for Hazardous CDE Waste<br />The estimated landfill tax collected for hazardous construction, demolition, and excavation (CDE) waste in the UK is approximately £714.31 million annually, based on the conservative estimate that 5% of CDE waste is hazardous and the landfill tax rate of £103.70 per tonne for Hazardous waste.<br />Additional Considerations<br />- Separate Statistics: Hazardous waste statistics are often collected separately due to their specific handling and disposal requirements. The Hazardous Waste Regulations (2005) mandate that Hazardous waste must be collected and disposed of separately to minimise environmental and health risks.<br />- Tax Bands: Hazardous waste is subject to the standard landfill tax rate, which is significantly higher than the lower rate applied to inert waste. This higher rate reflects the greater environmental impact and disposal challenges associated with Hazardous materials.<br />These calculations provide a rough estimate based on available data and assumptions. For precise figures, it would be necessary to consult detailed reports from environmental agencies or government bodies that track waste management and landfill tax revenues.<br />Links<br />https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/rates-and-allowances-landfill-tax/landfill-tax-rates-from-1-april-2013<br />https://sunskips.co.uk/news/landfill-tax-uk/<br />https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/~/media/shared/documen<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support</a>.
June 17, 2024
Does 'Regenerative Architecture' embrace reclaimed building material?
Reclamation Time on X Spaces at 16:00 Tuesday 11 June 2024 live from the Building Centre, London hosted by Thornton Kay and Brian 'Specman' Murphy.<br /><br />Reclamation Time is a chat about news and views on reclamation and reuse. Join with a smartphone on X Spaces Live on the second Tuesday of every month at 4pm UK time. An edited version is then uploaded as a podcast to Apple, Spotify, Spreaker and other platforms. <br /><br />This month's advertisers - Wellers Auctions feature a clearance sale at <a href="https://auctions.wellersauctions.com/catalogue/b8b401c3720087c587ca1ec5c3199c54/45205abdbb84d2df36d33a64cd5790b5/clearance-auction-on-behalf-of-ashford-antique-centre-ltd-of/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ashford Antique Centre near Slough of 1,000 lots on Friday 28 June</a> of architectural salvage, reclaimed building material, antiques and agricultural machinery. Click the banner on salvoweb home page to view and bid. More of this can be seen on <a href="http://salvoweb.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">salvoweb.com</a><br /><br /><i>Episode notes and links:</i><br /><br /><a href="https://www.buildingcentre.co.uk/whats_on/exhibitions/retrofit-24-commercial-cultural-civic-buildings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RETROFIT 24:</a> The Reuse Agenda for Our Commercial, Cultural & Civic Buildings [Building Centre, London]<br />Here's how to create a circular system for the built environment [<a href="https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/11/heres-how-circular-system-building-materials/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WEF</a>]<br /><a href="https://archive.epa.gov/greenbuilding/web/pdf/recy-bldg.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Using Recycled Industrial Materials in Buildings</a> pdf [US EPA]<br /><a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/search/category/all/location/all/region/all?q=reclaimed%20bricks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reclaimed bricks</a> [SalvoWEB world]<br /><a href="https://www.brookes.ac.uk/research/units/tde/projects/architectural-regeneration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Architectural Regeneration</b> book</a> by Principal Investigator Professor Aylin Orbasli<br /><a href="https://www.bbvaopenmind.com/en/science/bioscience/champions-animal-regeneration/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Animal Champions of Regeneration</a> [BBVA Open Mind]<br /><a href="https://thesustainableagency.com/blog/the-history-of-regeneration-and-regenerative-sustainability/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The History of Regenerative Sustainability</a><br /><a href="https://www.epa.gov/smm/frequent-questions-about-comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Frequent Questions About the Comprehensive Procurement Guideline</a> (CPG) Program inc definitions of ‘recovered material’ and ‘recycled content’ [US EPA]<br /><a href="https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/digital-2023-cloud-data-04-digipass" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Digital Product Passport</a> DIGITAL-2023-CLOUD-DATA-04-DIGIPASS [EU]<br /><a href="https://www.bamb2020.eu/topics/materials-passports/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Materials Passports</a> developed in BAMB are sets of data describing defined characteristics of materials in products that give them value for recovery and reuse.<br /><a href="https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5cf8d74fe5274a5f115e8778/AD_Regulation_7.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Consumer protection</a> pdf [UK gov]<br /><a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/17389-reclaimed-materials-and-products-and-the-uk-building-regulations" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reclaimed materials and products and the UK Building Regulations</a> [SalvoNEWS 18 March 2013 by T Kay<br /><a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/16855-salvo-fair-christian-brick-reclaimers-of-st-albans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Christian brick reclamation in 793AD at St Albans</a> - [SalvoNEWS 26 June 2006]<br />Limestone plays a significant role in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbon_cycle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the carbon cycle</a>. When limestone is formed, carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is absorbed by rainwater and reacts with calcium carbonate in the rock to form calcium bicarbonate, which then washes into the ocean. Over time, marine organisms use this calcium bicarbonate to build their shells and skeletons. When these organisms die, their remains accumulate on the ocean floor and eventually form limestone rock. <a href="https://www.iaea.org/topics/oceans-and-climate-change/the-ocean-carbon-cycle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">This process helps to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it in the Earth's crust</a>. However, <a href="https://scrippsco2.ucsd.edu/graphics_gallery/mauna_loa_and_south_pole/mauna_loa_and_south_pole.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">global atmospheric CO2 continues to increase</a> as shown in the graphs from the Mauna Loa observatory and the South Pole.<br /><br />The next Reclamation Time live will be at 16:00 Tuesday 9 July 2024 on X Spaces - listen or join in using a smartphone<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support</a>.
May 17, 2024
Sam Coster reclaimed retrofit + Battersea Decorative Antiques Fair
Sam Coster of Mongers Architectural Salvage in Hingham, Norfolk, is building a new home by converting an old steel framed building where he plans to ambitiously reuse 80% reclaimed building material by mass, much of it structurally. Sam discusses the whole scheme with Thornton. Traditional black glazed pantiles are mentioned - brought over from Holland where they were invented in Zwolle in 1466 to improve on the over and under tapered cylindrical roof tile, traditonally used throughout southern Europe, were known as monk and nuns in Holland. Iron oxide (rust) was added to the glaze which, in the oxygen reducing atmosphere of the kiln, turn the glaze black.<br /><a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/38921-a-new-reclaimed-building" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SalvoNEWS </a> • <a href="https://limecrete.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Limecrete</a> • <a href="https://www.lime.org.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ty Mawr</a> • <a href="https://www.mongersofhingham.co.uk/latest-news" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Four blog posts about the project by Sam Coster</a><br /><br />Last week, team Salvo was in attendance at the Battersea Decorative Antiques Fair, where the organiser, Pippa Roberts, kindly invited Salvo to display elements from the <a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/37582-liberty-1920s-staircases-panelled-entrance-hall-and-column-casings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Liberty & Co woodwork</a> Salvo has been commissioned to assist Liberty to find a buyer. The new Salvo Pocket Guide was launched, and the Restoration Guide in conjunction with the <a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/39099-craft-power-at-the-house-directory-live" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">House Directory Live which also organised talks at the fair</a><br /><br />Thanks to Wellers, this months advertisers.<br />22 May, Fawley, Oxon - <a href="https://auctions.wellersauctions.com/catalogue/40baf0e4292c23d296a734b14f56cdbe/45205abdbb84d2df36d33a64cd5790b5/lady-mcalpine-estate-clearance-unreserved-charity-sale/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lady McAlpine's salvage sale</a> • <a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/39111-jostle-stones-at-the-fawley-hill-mcalpine-auction" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jostle stones</a> • <a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/39048-lady-mcalpine-estate-clearance-charity-sale" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SalvoNEWS</a><br />26 May, Preston, Lancs - <a href="https://auctions.wellersauctions.com/catalogue/ea645060acaf8d5057e941d8d5d1c0d2/45205abdbb84d2df36d33a64cd5790b5/mostly-unreserved-clearance-auction-on-behalf-of-martin-edwa/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Martin Edwards auction</a> <a href="https://www.salvoweb.com/salvonews/39210-mostly-unreserved-clearance-auction-on-behalf-of-martin-edwards-reclaimed-building-materials" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SalvoNEWS</a><br /><br />Please contact Salvo with comments or questions. Your comments and our answers may be added to this page.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reclamation-time--5819114/support</a>.
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