recycled-materials

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When we talk about 'recycled-materials,' we're referring to materials that have been previously used, then processed in some way to be reusable. They're often used in green practices.

Examples in Different Contexts

Recycled materials in construction include reclaimed wood, recycled metal, and crushed concrete, used to build more sustainably. A construction manager might explain, 'Using recycled materials not only conserves natural resources but also reduces construction costs.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

The construction of the new community center should reflect our commitment to sustainability. We should consider sourcing materials that don't add to the environmental burden.

Response:

That's a good point. I know a company that specializes in providing recycled-materials for construction purposes. We could contact them.

Tech

Scenario:

Parts of old phones might have valuable materials. We should explore how we could make use of them again.

Response:

We could set up a procedure for collecting and utilizing recycled-materials from our own returned or old devices.