Holcim Sponsor Spotlight: Building Circular Cities

The video features a discussion between Bloomberg Green and Wholesome on their new partnership focusing on circularity and sustainability. They introduce the Circular Cities Barometer, emphasizing the shift from a linear to a circular economy. The conversation highlights the role of cities in this transition, the benefits of circular construction, and the importance of recycling and smart design in building sustainable urban environments.

What is the main focus of the new partnership between Bloomberg Green and Holcim?

• Developing renewable energy sources

• Creating a new economic forum

• Launching a circular cities barometer

• Building new urban infrastructure

Why are cities considered crucial in the shift towards a circular economy?

• They are isolated from global trends

• They have the critical mass to drive change

• They are the main source of pollution

• They have a small population

What is one of Holcim's key priorities in circular construction?

• Expanding into rural areas

• Reducing the use of technology

• Urban mining and recycling old buildings

• Building new skyscrapers

How does Holcim plan to reduce the carbon footprint of building materials?

• By importing materials from abroad

• By using more traditional structures

• By developing lightweight flooring systems

• By increasing the use of fossil fuels

What percentage of today's building stock in Europe is expected to still be in use by 2050?

• 70%

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

What role can public authorities play in promoting circular construction?

• Making material recycling mandatory

• Reducing building regulations

• Limiting urban development

• Increasing taxes on recycled materials

What is the business opportunity of our time according to the transcript?

• Traditional manufacturing

• Circular construction

• Linear construction

• Global outsourcing