Shifting from wasteful demolition practices to a circular construction economy in New York state could unlock unrealized economic activity, create thousands of green jobs and advance ambitious climate goals.
According to the researchers' analysis, converting half to three-quarters of residential building demolitions to deconstructions would have a direct economic impact of $872 million to $1.4 billion and create between 8,130 and 12,630 jobs.
Relative to demolition and landfilling, deconstruction and reuse create considerably more economic, environmental and social value, and can be instrumental in achieving New York state's economic and climate goals.
The white paper offers 19 policy and practice recommendations for developing the workforce, market and infrastructure needed to establish New York as a circular economy leader.
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