The market scenario shows that the recycled construction aggregates sector is becoming dynamic due to growing awareness about environment conservation vis-a-vis rising demand for green building materials. In addition, the current trend globally is focusing on reducing environmental effects caused by construction activities. Consequently, the use of recycled materials is demanded by stringent laws, which lead the construction sector worldwide. Some regulatory authorities apply measures aimed at reducing natural resource extraction as well as minimizing negative impacts associated with construction. Numerous organizations and governments have recognized it, thus leading to an uptake among builders and contractors of it as a responsible and sustainable option. The stakeholders have also realized the economic and environmental advantages associated with recycled materials.
Another driving force in the market dynamics is the rising cost of virgin aggregates. The cost of extracting virgin aggregates has increased due to diminishing resources combined with increasing transportation expenses. Furthermore, positive impacts on the market trends are caused by increased focus on circular economy aspects. Recycling and reusing materials are key elements in achieving a circular economy whereby materials are maintained for long periods, thus minimizing waste and impact on the environment. This transition in the building sector towards circularity leads to innovative recycling processes that produce high-quality recycled construction aggregates matching or surpassing the performance features of regular substances.
Consumers and end-users growing consciousness of sustainable building practices also determine market forces. Some construction decisions are made based on environmental sensitivity, which is why developers and homeowners are looking for building materials with lower carbon footprints. The dynamics of the market for recycled aggregates in construction show encouraging signs. One of the major barriers is consistent quality and standardization. For them to gain wide acceptance, recycled aggregates must satisfy stringent performance criteria that will enable them to be used instead of virgin materials without compromising structural integrity. Research and development initiatives are currently addressing these challenges through the improvement of the quality and reliability of recycled construction materials by industry.
The Recycled Construction Aggregates Market Size was valued at USD 33,795.9 million in 2023. The recycled construction aggregates industry is projected to grow from USD 36,064.4 million in 2024 to USD 63,183.8 million by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.26% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Today, recycled aggregates are gaining more traction than natural materials. The aggregates materials can include brick, masonry, asphalt and unbound materials. Through supplement cement materials all these aggregates are blended well. These materials are highly cost-efficient than the first grade or natural products. The sustainability and durability of this product are attracting many end users.
Recycling and using the construction aggregates are beneficial for the environment. They are eco-friendly products that do not harm the environment in any way. Today, the awareness about recycled aggregates is higher among end-users. Thus construction industry is depending more on such products. Demolition of waster and reusing it has a wide range of advantages. The construction cost of the building is reduced by holding through this process.
Today, key regions such as Europe and the Asia Pacific are major users of the construction aggregates products. Many facilities treat these types of waste well to produce a quality construction material. The growing construction activities across the globe are increasing the supply and demand of the market. With more governmental initiatives about recycling, there are lots of new opportunities. All these are a factor that contributes to immense recycled construction aggregates market value.
Global Recycled Construction Aggregate Market: Regional Analysis
Globally, the recycled construction aggregates market has been segmented into five regions—North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America. Among these regions, Europe dominated the market in 2018 owing to the high demand for eco-friendly construction aggregates in the construction industry, favorable government policies to encourage factory automation, and increased demand for cost-effective and highly durable construction materials. In North America, the US is a major contributor to the recycled construction aggregate market. The major factor that fuels the growth of the market in the US is the presence of key market players. However, the lack of a skilled workforce and limited awareness regarding the advantages of recycled aggregates and changes in laws and regulations is hampering the market growth. On the other hand, Asia-Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Segmentation
The Global Recycled Construction Aggregate Market has been segmented based on Product Type, End-Use, and Region. By product type, the global recycled construction aggregates industries is segmented into crushed stone, sand & gravel, cement concrete, and asphalt pavement debris. The crushed stones segment held the largest share of the global recycled construction aggregates market in 2018 and is expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on end-use, the global recycled construction aggregates industries is segmented into residential, commercial, infrastructure, and others (industrial and monumental). The infrastructure segment held the largest market share of the global recycled construction aggregates market in 2018 and is expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Recent Development
May 2020
Sun rock group is a top company that s integrating with other aggregates' production facilities. It is acquiring the shares of a chemical company that will support new developments. The sun rock groups are known for the production of asphalt mix, with this new acquisition the production rate of new aggregates will increase.
December 2019
Arcosa is involved in various mergers and acquisitions. The company is the top producer of aggregates. It uses natural cement and recycles it into supplementary materials. Its new partnership with cherries Ltd will enhance the overall supply and demand of the company.
Competitive Landscape
Market Research Future includes the following Key Players in the Recycled Construction Aggregate Industry research study: Delta Sand & Gravel (US), Heidelbergcement AG (Germany), Aggregate Industries Management Inc. (US), Green Stone Materials (US), CEMEX (Mexico), and LafargeHolcim Ltd (Switzerland) and others. Intense market competition, advances in technology, and progressive government policies are key factors that fuel market growth. The vendors compete based on product quality, cost, reliability, and workability. LafargeHolcim has been awarded an infrastructure contract by the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure of over CAD 100 million for a major highway improvement project in Vancouver, Canada. LafargeHolcim also acquired Metro Mix, LCC a ready-mix concrete provider in Colorado.
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