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homebuilders remain weak, and the cost of recycled materials often matches or exceeds that of virgin resources, making large-scale adoption difficult.
How KBE is implementing circular construction in homebuilding
At Krishna Buildestates Pvt. Ltd.( KBE), we are integrating circular economy strategies that make both environmental and financial sense. In projects like Smartworld 1DXP, a premium residential township in Gururgram, and Hero Homes, mid-size housing developments in Gurugram and Mohali, we’ ve adopted a closed-loop material system that reduces waste and lowers costs.
1. Repurposing on-site waste Instead of sending debris to landfills, excavated soil and construction waste are repurposed within the same site for land grading and backfilling. This reduces transportation and disposal costs while cutting reliance on fresh materials.
2. Recycling concrete and brick waste Crushed concrete and brick rubble from demolition and excess materials are reused for internal roads, pathways, and landscaping. We reduce landfill dependency and procurement costs for non-structural elements by processing these materials on-site.
3. Prefabrication and modular construction To minimize waste generation at its source, we have adopted precast slabs, walls, and staircases. Aluminum shuttering replaces single-use wooden formwork, allowing for multiple reuses and significantly cutting down timber waste.
These measures don’ t just reduce environmental impact- they also provide direct cost benefits. Lower disposal fees, reduced virgin material purchases, and faster construction timelines contribute to longterm affordability for homebuyers.
Why circular homebuilding hasn’ t scaled yet
Despite clear benefits, circular homebuilding faces major roadblocks in India:
■ Recycled materials remain costly: with only a few large-scale C & D waste plants in operation, recycled aggregates and alternative materials are often priced similarly to virgin materials, limiting cost advantages for private developers.
■ Weak enforcement of regulations: while rules mandate waste processing and reuse in public projects, their implementation in private developments is inconsistent, reducing circularity’ s adoption.
■ Lack of financial incentives: unlike public infrastructure projects, private
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