The problem of unnecessary downcycling of building materials leads us to the premise for this project, which is why it is not a more widespread practice to reuse old building materials in new buildings. We have chosen bricks as our focus material because the technology for preparing bricks for reuse is already developed, and thus the primary barrier for widespread use is social rather than technical. We focus on relations regarding the use of reused bricks between the developer PensionDanmark and contractor Gamle Mursten.

Global climate changes have over the last couple of decades become a genuine threat to our planet. Therefore, the European Union amongst other global & intercontinental committees, set a plan for Europe to reduce their CO₂ emissions. The overall CO₂ emissions have to be reduced by 40% by 2030. Furthermore, Denmark has committed itself to completely be carbon-emission neutral by 2050.

Through our project, we explored waste sorting in Denmark, Roskilde Municipality, and Roskilde University. Government and municipal initiatives promote waste sorting, but regulations differ for households and businesses like the university. Implementing waste sorting at the university may incur costs and require behavioral changes. Despite current challenges, our waste sorting station and behavioral design solution could benefit the environment and generate economic returns. Although implementation at the university requires effort, it is realistic and financially viable.