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Title Taxonomy of circularity indicators for the built environment: Integrating circularity through the Royal Institute of British architects (RIBA) plan of work
ID_Doc 22447
Authors Segara, S; Li, Q; Gallotta, A; Wang, YL; Gosling, J; Rezgui, Y
Title Taxonomy of circularity indicators for the built environment: Integrating circularity through the Royal Institute of British architects (RIBA) plan of work
Year 2024
Published
Abstract In the process of implementing circular economy within the built environment, quantifying progress and performance towards this effort has posed a substantial challenge. In response, this paper reviews the current state of building-specific circularity indicators, creates a taxonomy, and integrates them within the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Plan of Work, a commonly employed framework within the UK's built environment. Through a systematic literature review considering both academic and grey literature, 32 building circularity indicators, developed by academia, consulting agencies, and governments, are identified. The first contribution of this study is the creation of a taxonomy of building circularity indicators, which classifies the identified indicators into 8 categories, such as basic characteristics of indicators, circularity level, and sustainability pillars. The second contribution of this study is the alignment of circularity within the stages of Plan of Work framework. It is revealed that the framework does not currently incorporate circularity, resulting in the proposal of a new Stage 8: End of Life to encompass demolition, disassembly, and deconstruction activities. Alignment of the taxonomy to Plan of Work framework provides a guide in utilization of building circularity indicators throughout the process of designing, constructing and operating building projects.
PDF https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2024.141429

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