| Title | Polish Transition towards Circular Economy: Materials Management and Implications for the Construction Sector |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 3608 |
| Authors | Tomaszewska, J |
| Title | Polish Transition towards Circular Economy: Materials Management and Implications for the Construction Sector |
| Year | 2020 |
| Published | Materials, 13, 22 |
| Abstract | Poland's economy as the sixth largest economy in the EU is painfully experiencing the effects of natural resource depletion, which extend to increasing prices and the growing dependence on foreign suppliers. The situation is particularly unfavorable in the construction sector, which is among the most resource- and energy-consuming areas of the economy. This paper juxtaposes the situation of Polish construction industry in the context of the national economy with the context of the evolving EU policies promoting green solutions. The resulting changes in Polish legislation, industry and society are identified. The implementation of selected Circular Economy (CE) aspects, outcomes, emerging challenges and future directions are discussed. The social aspects related to this transformation were analyzed based on a survey carried out among construction industry consumers. The results clearly highlight that individuals are aware of the need to protect the environment, but also indicate a strong necessity to educate the populace about the consequences of the excessive exploitation of the environment and the long-term benefits of CE solutions. |
| https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/13/22/5228/pdf |
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