Material wastage during construction can have significant financial implications for a project. An average of 13 per cent of all materials delivered to a construction site is disposed of without ever being used. Clearly this is a waste of money and resources. Significant benefits can be accrued if this unnecessary cost can be avoided.
WRAP has developed a method for developers to assess their net wastage based on a formula of value of materials wasted versus materials recycled.
W - R = Z |
This approach would fit well with the development of a construction environmental management plan (CEMP).