Material recovery planning
Material recovery planning
Careful planning saves natural resources by allowing waste and side streams to be efficiently recovered.
Material recovery planning
The purpose of material recovery planning is to make efficient use of waste and side streams and to save natural resources in accordance with the principles of circular economy. The planning covers the recycling and reuse of materials and the utilisation of by-products, which reduces both environmental impacts and costs.
Ash, slag, waste rock, tailings and sludge are examples of industrial waste materials. New structures can be created from waste streams – slag, for instance, can be made into road or field structures. Waste can also be utilised in construction, a good example being various composts and substrates. Risk assessment is an essential part of investigating the recovery of waste; it is used to determine the conditions for recovery and assess the environmental impact.
Essential factors to consider when planning material recovery
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Recyclable materials and their potential for use
Recovery planning assesses the recyclability of discarded materials and their potential for use in new products or structures. Our service covers e.g. material testing, technical planning, preparation of permit applications as well as construction control and supervision.
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Reuse of materials and extending their life cycle
Reuse of materials refers to utilising materials in their original purpose or a new one with minimal processing. The goal of extending life cycles is to reduce the need for raw materials and to save natural resources.
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Circular economy solutions
Material recovery is intrinsically linked to the principles of circular economy. The aim of planning is to optimise material streams and to create processes that are in line with circular economy, enabling the use of material as a part of a closed loop.
Objectives of material recovery planning
Conservation of natural resources
To reduce the need for virgin raw materials and save natural resources
Reducing waste
To direct materials to recycling and reuse instead of disposal
Minimising life cycle impacts
To reduce the environmental impact of material streams throughout their life cycle
Cost savings
To reduce costs by reusing and recycling instead of sourcing new raw materials
Sustainable development and promotion of circular economy
To create long-lasting solutions that support economic, ecological and social sustainability
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Janne Huttunen
Janne’s areas of expertise include planning and environmental assessments for waste management, industrial environmental projects, mining and aggregate projects, as well as environmental impact assessment (EIA) and permitting processes.
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Heli Uimarihuhta
Heli’s areas of expertise include environmental impact assessments related to waste management, the circular economy, and mining, as well as environmental permit applications and their associated supplementary studies.
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Olli Lehtovaara
Olli’s areas of expertise include business development, circular economy, waste management, and environmental management. In addition, he has extensive specialized knowledge in the utilization of side streams and the development of circular economy products and business models, including related permitting issues and other regulatory requirements.