Welcome to Waste Aware Construction

The Scottish Government wants Scotland to become a Zero Waste country. Waste Aware Construction supports this ambition because it offers clear benefits both to businesses and the environment.Until November 13th, 2009 you can submit your views to the consultation for the Zero Waste Plan via the Scottish Government website.

Find out more about how the Zero Waste Plan consultation might affect your business

On this website you will find:

Advice on how C&D companies are able to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle their waste, with case studies to illustrate the benefits of waste management on-site.
Toolbox Talks and other links to industry sources of information and help regarding waste disposal and management.
Information about the National Colour Coding scheme for the source segregation of recyclates on C&D sites.

Poster Creator

Does your company need help in the segregation of recyclates at source?

The Poster Creator is a free online tool that enables you to create and download posters that will aid your company in the segregation of recyclates at source.

Who is involved?

Waste minimisation is part of the 'lean construction' ethos. This means that waste minimisation must be considered at the design, contractual and construction phases. This involves the clients, partners, designers, architects and contractors:

Client: Lay down environmental criteria or insisting in planning documents that waste minimisation is achieved.
Designers: Can reduce source wastage by specifying the correct resources and can influence use and specification of a particular type of material to minimise waste.
Suppliers: Can be encouraged to use less packaging and supply materials in the exact quantities required.
Contractors: Minimise waste of materials on-site, use reclaimed/recycled materials and reduce poor handling procedures.

Wallace House, 17-21 Maxwell Place,
Stirling, FK8 1JU
Tel: 01786 468 789 Fax: 01786 464 611