About this Event
Join Synergy Foundation for a practical workshop on deconstruction and construction waste best practices. Discover how decisions made throughout a project's lifecycle, from material selection to end-of-life planning, can reduce waste, lower costs, and unlock new value while supporting the region's goal of diverting 90% of waste from landfill by 2030.
When: Tuesday, December 1 from 7-8:30AM
Where: Habitat For Humanity Nanaimo ReStore (4128 Mostar Rd, Nanaimo BC V9T 6C9)
This hands-on session equips builders and construction professionals with practical strategies to improve project delivery, reduce waste, and strengthen business performance. Through interactive discussions and a collaborative group activity, participants will explore opportunities to salvage, reuse, and repurpose building materials while identifying solutions to common challenges. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies and local resources they can use on their next project, supporting regional waste diversion goals and stronger business performance.
What You'll Learn
- Explain the principles of waste diversion and the circular economy as they apply to construction, and the RDN’s regional diversion goals.
- Identify materials on a project that can be reused, recycled, or salvaged, and the practical steps to set up on-site waste diversion.
- Evaluate when deconstruction, salvage, or building relocation is a viable alternative to conventional demolition, including the cost, tax credit, and logistical considerations.
- Apply material selection and design for disassembly criteria to reduce future waste and support material recovery.
- Locate local services, tools, and resources in the Nanaimo region that support construction waste diversion.
- Develop practical action items that can be incorporated into their own projects and business operations.
Who Should Attend
Residential builders, renovators, trades, suppliers, and construction professionals looking for practical ways to improve the sustainability, efficiency, and long-term performance of their businesses.
This workshop is funded by the Regional District of Nanaimo.
Event venue & nearby stays
Habitat For Humanity Nanaimo ReStore, 4128 Mostar Road, Nanaimo, Canada
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