To support the construction industry’s shift toward more circular models, the CTB project (Circular Trust Building) is well underway in Sweden. Recent workshops held with Region Kronoberg and Vöfab marked the beginning of a number of pilot projects aimed at increasing material reuse. There is lots of room to improve!
Anders Lundgren and Viktoria Björk from GodaHus.
Analyzing material consumption
Although Sweden is often seen as a leader in sustainability when it comes to transitioning to a circular economy, we have much to learn from other countries. Looking at some figures, Sweden isn’t doing so well currently in terms of reusing materials. The Swedish economy is 96.6% linear and only 3.4% circular. This is according to the GAP Report, which provides an in-depth analysis of material consumption. In comparison, the global average is 8.6%, while the Netherlands boasts 24.5%.
Just think of the potential for improvement - 96.6% room to get better at re-using materials!
Workshops with Vöfab and Region Kronoberg as part of the CTB project.
Dedicated drivers of circularity
With this positive perspective, Viktoria Björk and Anders Lundgren from GodaHus opened the workshops with Vöfab and Region Kronoberg as part of the Circular Trust Building (CTB) project. Both organizations demonstrated a clear commitment to scaling up circular models and reuse efforts.
While some progress is already being made, much of it is driven by the initiative, knowledge, and networks of dedicated individuals within the organizations.
Workshop to stimulate large scale material reuse in Vöfab
Strong engagement, sturdy foundation
The CTB workshops focused on identifying each organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to lay the groundwork for future efforts toward large-scale reuse. Strong engagement from both organizations is in place, creating a sturdy foundation for achieving successful outcomes based on circular models and increased use of repurposed material..
"There's room to improve but we're working on it. By cooperating closely with our regional stakeholders and transnational partners, we can make a real difference, " concluded Anders at the end of a fruitful day.
With thanks to Erika Bernstone