Pollutant and Waste Management in Dismantling and Demolition

The seminar titled Pollutant and Waste Management in Dismantling and Demolition aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the critical aspects of managing hazardous materials and waste during deconstruction and demolition projects. Focused on the significant impacts of identified building pollutants, the seminar will highlight the importance of proper classification and declaration of waste, addressing the fact that disposal costs account for approximately 66% of the overall costs in demolition processes. This program is essential for construction managers, planners, and decision-makers, equipping them with the necessary knowledge to effectively and cost-efficiently handle complex demolition and deconstruction projects.Participants will delve into the identification, assessment, and management of hazardous building materials and their implications on waste classification. Key topics include the detection methods for identifying building pollutants, the legal obligations under the new Hazardous Substances Ordinance that comes into effect on December 5, 2024, and the impact of these hazardous materials on waste generated during demolition. The seminar will also cover disposal routes, obligations regarding construction waste disposal, and economic planning considerations for deconstruction projects. The speaker for this seminar is Dipl. Geographer Stephan Haupenthal, founder of SH-Management, who brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles in the industry, including leadership positions in waste disposal and management consultancy. This seminar targets professionals in engineering and architectural firms, representatives from building and permitting authorities, and other decision-makers in the construction industry, particularly in Germany, Nepal, Pakistan, Austria, Ethiopia, and Rwanda.