ReUse should no longer be a risk, but an insurable standard in construction. Our project develops a dedicated insurance model for reused building components, integrating them into existing risk structures to provide legal and financial certainty. Unlike case-by-case solutions, our approach is scalable, transferable, and economically viable to paving the way for ReUse to shift from an exception to a new industry norm.

During the CBI Booster Program, the project will develop a scalable insurance model specifically tailored to reused building components. It will begin by designing a theoretical framework that defines which materials can be insured, how risks are assessed and documented, and which types of insurance coverage are relevant. This model will be co-developed with industry experts and validated through two to three co-creation sessions or interviews involving insurers, planners, developers, and ReUse practitioners. Based on their feedback, the model will be refined and adapted for practical application. The process will conclude with defining and accompanying one to two real-world pilot use cases.

By enabling the insurability of reused components, the project removes a key barrier to their widespread use. It supports systemic change by integrating ReUse into legal and economic structures, which makes it a viable and trustworthy option. This shift is essential for scaling circular construction practices across the industry and for creating the same level of certainty and reliability as building with new materials.