Identıfyıng Crıtıcal Barrıers To Cırcular Constructıon Adoptıon From A Cross-Country Perspectıve

Abstract

Circular construction (CC) is a transformative approach in the construction industry, emphasizing the integration of circular economy (CE) principles to overcome sustainability barriers, reduce waste, and optimize resource efficiency. This innovative methodology prioritizes material design, deconstruction, and reuse while fostering collaboration to drive systemic change. However, CC adoption faces significant challenges across countries, which has limited global understanding and implementation. These disparities highlight the need for targeted research to address barriers specific to various national contexts. Transitioning to CC offers an opportunity to decouple construction activities from resource depletion and environmental degradation. Yet, the limited research on CC adoption, particularly regarding its impact on project performance, underscores the urgency of identifying hindering factors. Therefore, this study aims to systematically identify, classify, and prioritize critical barriers through a systematic literature review (SLR). Barriers will be categorized based on their occurrence in countries with differing development levels, enabling cross-country insights and comparisons. The findings will illuminate the most critical obstacles to CC adoption and propose key indicators and strategies to address them. This research seeks to facilitate CC adoption globally by offering actionable insights, contributing to enhanced construction management practices, and sustainable development. © 2025 ISEC Press.