Sustainable waste management and recycling
About this good practice
Borostyán Rec Kft, established in 2009, addresses construction waste management challenges by emphasizing recycling to enhance environmental sustainability. It tackles the issue of unsorted and contaminated waste, such as concrete mixed with soil, hindering recycling efforts. Through selective collection and advanced processing, including crushing and screening, the company ensures the purity of recycled materials. It focuses on key construction materials: concrete is transformed into aggregate for road construction and industrial bases; bricks and tiles are processed into granulate for backfill or landscaping, conserving natural resources; mixed debris, including ceramics, is converted into material for temporary roads and land reclamation. This approach not only reduces landfill usage but also turns waste into valuable resources, showcasing a sustainable model for construction waste recycling. Borostyán Rec Kft's system from waste collection to processing facilitates the effective recycling of materials like concrete and bricks, demonstrating the potential for similar practices elsewhere. By highlighting the recycling of specific construction materials, the practice offers insights into repurposing construction waste, underlining the significance of technological and procedural innovations in achieving environmental sustainability goals.
Resources needed
The implementation will be carried out with the investment of own resources and the GINOP 10.358.243 HUF (70% subsidy rate) technological development support. It operates with 13 employees, including 2 administrators. An external company will be subcontracted to carry out the dismantling processes.
Evidence of success
The practice is deemed successful due to its significant impact on waste reduction and recycling. Annually, it recycles 14,000 tons out of 22,544 tons of incoming waste, contributing to resource conservation and landfill space reduction. The high-quality of recycled materials, meeting standard regulations, further underscores its success.(Testing of materials is carried out by the Hungarian Institute of Transport Science and Logistics)
Potential for learning or transfer
This practice showcases effective waste management and recycling, particularly in construction waste, making it a valuable model for other regions. Its success lies in its comprehensive approach, from waste collection to processing and resale, emphasizing the importance of material separation for cost-efficiency and environmental protection. The practice's adaptability and the support from a GINOP grant suggest that similar initiatives could be implemented elsewhere, provided there is access to the necessary technological and financial resources.