URGING THE HAWAII CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TO INCREASE THE RECYCLING OF CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS AND TO EXPAND THE USAGE OF RECYCLED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TO THE GREATEST EXTENT POSSIBLE.

This Senate resolution urges the Hawaii construction industry to increase the recycling of construction and demolition debris and to use recycled materials as much as possible. The bill highlights that landfills across the state are nearing capacity and that reducing waste could divert nearly two thousand tons of debris from landfills daily. It specifically targets construction companies and industry associations by requesting they adopt these sustainable practices to alleviate pressure on overflowing waste sites and protect nearby communities.