The construction industry is a leading contributor to growing waste levels in the GCC, producing a reported 66 million tonnes of waste material a year or around 55 per cent of the 120 million tonnes of waste generated within the region. MAPEI, leading global manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and chemical products for buildings, has revealed that it now sets aside 70 per cent of its annual R&D budget, which translates to USD 105.5 million, for the development of eco-friendly construction products and materials, which not only reduces waste, but also improves installation efficiency at site. The move is intended to support new government policies on sustainability and environmental protection.
Construction waste can contain materials that lead to soil and water pollution due to harmful byproducts such as solvents, plastics and chemical treatments. The use of non-toxic building materials and furnishings, such as low- and zero- volatile organic compound paints and sealants, is essential to constructing or renovating ‘green buildings’, ensuring that they have minimal environmental impact.
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