B.C.-based company, The Building Materials Exchange (BMEx) program has launched new a program on Vancouver Island connecting construction and manufacturing companies. The program helps facilitate the exchange of construction materials to prevent them from ending up in landfills.
Read more about it from ChekNews and the CBC.
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In this video, Gil Yaron, Managing Director of Circular Innovation at Light House, discusses with the host how regenerative and circular practices in the built environment can address both climate change and the housing crisis. They focus on reusing buildings by relocating them instead of demolishing them, and repurposing building materials to increase the supply of affordable housing. The conversation highlights innovative approaches that lead to multiple benefits, including reducing waste, conserving resources, and making housing more affordable.
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Light House is a Vancouver-based non-profit organization that focuses on advancing sustainability and circular economy practices within the built environment. They offer expertise in green building, circular innovation, and sustainable design, working with various stakeholders to create regenerative solutions for climate change and resource conservation. Their services include consulting, project management, and educational programs aimed at promoting sustainability in urban development.
For more details, you can visit Light House’s website.
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