EP70 - Nigel Benton, Vice President of Auckland Master Builders, on sustainability in construction
Description
In this episode Ryan Castle interviews Nigel Benton, a Master Builder since 1996 and Vice President of Auckland Master Builders. Nigel passionately promotes recycling and eco-friendly practices in construction.
Nigel's standout project diverted over 90% of waste from landfills through meticulous planning, recycled materials, and stringent waste management. This success underscores construction's potential for greener practices. Today, we discuss waste reduction, sustainability challenges, and offer advice for adopting eco-friendly practices
Linkshttp://bentonltd.co.nz/Building waste recycling success – more than 90 per cent diverted from landfill
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Website: https://www.masterbuilder.org.nz/
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