In line with the objectives of the Circular Economy and Zero Pollution Action Plan, the revision of the Construction Products Regulation[1] the Waste Framework Directive[2], but also the EU Construction transition pathway[3] the successful proposals will facilitate the demonstration and deployment of sustainable bio-based construction materials. Successful proposals will also contribute to the implementation of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy and the updated EU Industrial Strategy.
Project results should contribute to the following expected outcomes:
- Uptake of circular bio-based solutions in construction and renovation of buildings, with possible spillovers to other large volume markets (e.g., transport and furniture).
- Bio-based materials performance meeting market and regulatory requirements.
- Improved environmental and health & safety profile compared to current equivalent, conventional products.
- Contribution to improved air quality (including indoor air quality) by preventing air pollution.
- Increased end user/consumer awareness and acceptance of SSbD bio-based solutions.
Buildings produce about 40% of the world's CO2 emissions, throughout the phases of material production, construction, useful life of the construction facility and end-of-life of its components, contributing to environmental pollution. To meet the increasing demand for sustainable, circular, energy efficient buildings and construction materials, there is a need to adopt cost effective, environmentally appropriate technologies and upgrade traditional techniques to increase circularity. Bio-based
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