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    • Whitepaper
      Sustainability

    Building Trust in Circularity in the Built Environment

    BSI, in partnership with CISL, explores the role of trust in driving uptake of circularity with both businesses and consumers.

    Understanding the drivers for and barriers to circular economy adoption

    We surveyed over 8,000 people across eight countries to understand their attitudes to circularity and engagement with the circular economy.

    • 86% think businesses & governments should prioritize circularity to address environmental challenges.

    • 71% would like to see more refurbishment of built assets over new build in their local area.

    • 58% value evidence of quality & reliability when purchasing circular home appliances & fittings.

    • 60% say proof of quality encourages sustainable choices in home materials and fittings.

    • 59% said a recognized label such as a BSI kitemark™ would build trust in sustainability claims.

    • 49% said independently verified certification would build trust in sustainability claims.

    Accelerating progress to a sustainable built environment

    Explore our recent insights on sustainability in built environment developed in partnership with sustainability and sector experts.

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    Let's develop a sustainable built environment together

    Our experts provide trusted guidance to accelerate progress to a sustainable world.

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