No matter if windows, staircases, radiation systems, balcony railings or roof tiles – well preserved building components are often too good for being shred, incinerated or land filled.

During the renovation or demolition of houses different types of full-functional components cumulate. So far, such components are being land filled or recycled, instead of being re-used. Aim of the project "bauteilnetz Germany" is to re-introduce as many of such used parts as possible into the construction cycle.

It is a simple principle: instead of deposing them, the used components are being stored until they find a buyer through an internet based platform. In order to re-introduce as many well-preserved components as possible warehouses need to be located widespread. Thus, it is regional trading centres that organize the dismantling, transport, reprocessing and installation of parts. Simultaneously, a clear web-catalogue of components facilitates the consumers search for used materials.

As a coordinator, ”Bauteilnetz Germany" supports the regional trading centres or stores by helping them to build up warehouses. Meanwhile, twelve trading centres for components have emerged, creating jobs and qualifying staff. A regional network of partners has been created that includes local authorities, craftsmen, wreckers, architects, housing associations and private individuals. The re-use of well preserved components increases the lifespan and improves the energy efficiency of building products, avoids waste and carbon emissions and by this helps to protect the climate.


Project Operation
bauteilnetz Deutschland
Ute Dechantsreiter
Feldstraße 10
28203 Bremen
Telefon (0421) 70 60 58
Fax (0421) 70 60 59
info@bauteilnetz.de
www.bauteilnetz.de

Forschungsvereinigung Recycling und Wertstoffverwertung im Bauwesen e.V. (RWB)
Paul-Feller-Str. 1
28199 Bremen
Telefon (0421) 5370823
lau@mpa-bremen.de
www.rwb-bremen.de

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