Hanoi construction waste recycling potential ignored, threatens environment (opens original article in a new tab)

Hanoi's construction waste recycling potential is underutilized, leading to environmental pollution and resource depletion as most waste is dumped instead of being processed into reusable materials.

• Hanoi generates over 10,000 tons of construction waste daily, mostly dumped in landfills or illegally disposed of.
• Recycling construction waste could provide valuable raw materials and reduce reliance on natural resources like sand and stone.
• Current recycling rates are low due to inconsistent demand, lack of dedicated waste management planning, and high sorting costs.