Cities and regions play a crucial role in the circular transition for construction and buildings. Through planning, regulations, zoning, and permits, local governments have the power to shape the future of the built environment. Furthermore, they can act as facilitators and provide incentives for actors in the construction ecosystem to take a more holistic approach to the design, construction, maintenance, operation, and after-life use of buildings.  

Collaboration between multiple stakeholders can help map the flows of construction resources throughout a city, enabling the anticipation of future resource availability and facilitating the transition towards more self-sufficient and circular cities. This collaboration could involve city municipalities as well as the construction and waste industries, building owners, innovation agencies, and universities.  

The Thematic Working Group (TWG) for Construction and Circular Buildings will address some of the key challenges faced by cities and regions, focusing on topics such as managing construction and demolition waste, facilitating markets for secondary materials, and upgrading existing buildings and spaces.

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