Organiser: ReThink

Format: online

Circular reconstruction of Ukraine is not just an aspiration — it is a necessity and, at the same time, one of the greatest opportunities for green rebuilding. Amid the devastation, a new approach is emerging: turning demolition waste into valuable resources.

High-quality recycling of construction debris, particularly concrete, is rapidly becoming a central topic in Ukraine’s recovery. From the central government and municipalities to international organizations, the focus on circularity is growing stronger.

The S3 project (Safe, Sustainable, and Swift Reconstruction of Ukraine) is an innovative debris recycling initiative in Ukraine. It demonstrates how advanced circular technologies can be applied to transform destruction into opportunity. By upcycling concrete rubble into high-performance building materials, S3 sets a precedent for large-scale, sustainable reconstruction.

In this webinar, speakers will:

• Explain the importance of circular reconstruction for Ukraine and beyond.

• Share insights from the S3 consortium, pioneering circular concrete recycling.

• Discuss how innovation, research, and leadership are shaping a new, sustainable construction sector.

Speakers:

• Roman Puchko, moderator, CEO of ReThink, an NGO promoting circular economy in Ukraine

• Leon Black, Professor of Infrastructure Materials, School of Civil Engineering, University of Leeds

• Martin Paterson, Chief Commercial Officer, Everox