Natural resources are the base of our existence and that of the built environment. The way in which resources are used and processed, determine the quality of the environment and the natural balance.
Active contribution
ABT consciously and actively contributes to the sustainable use of these natural resources and the environment by:
- giving advice on the sustainable use of energy and materials – from the initial phase to the reuse;
- applying integrated concepts;
- making the environmental performance measurable, allowing for active and integrated steering in the design;
- continually developing new techniques that raise the bar.
Sustainable use of materials
The transition from a linear to a circular economy is in full swing. ABT sees many opportunities for construction and circular material use. Therefore, research of the potential of recycled and biobased materials and the preservation of existing materials is paramount. For example, the calculator 'green concrete' and an extension for Revit – to determine the environmental impact of a construction – have recently been developed.
