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Net-zero is approaching: It’s time to embrace the circular economy

Discover how circular economy practices can help construction firms not only meet regulatory demands but also unlock significant business advantages.

As the UK races toward its 2050 net-zero carbon emissions target, the construction industry faces a pivotal transformation. Embracing circular economy principles – focusing on reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling materials – is no longer optional but essential for contractors and developers committed to sustainability and long-term success.

Our new paper, Embracing Sustainability: The Benefits of Adopting Circular Economy Principles for UK Construction Companies, explores how circular economy practices can help construction firms not only meet regulatory demands but also unlock significant business advantages.

You’ll discover:

  • The key benefits, including improved resilience to energy price fluctuations and enhanced ability to attract top talent.
  • The challenges, such as insurability concerns around reused materials and ensuring the structural integrity of buildings constructed with circular economy materials.
  • How to navigate the evolving insurance landscape, with insights into the current state of the market, insurers’ underwriting appetites, and the importance of working closely with a construction insurance broker.

Why Act Now?

Early adoption of circular economy processes and materials can set ambitious construction companies apart from the competition. Embracing these principles not only supports sustainability goals but also strengthens financial performance and market positioning.

Read our paper for practical guidance on integrating circular economy practices or get in touch with your Marsh broker. 

Embracing sustainability

The benefits of adopting circular economy principles for UK construction companies

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