Abstract:
The building industry in Pakistan is the focus of this study's investigation of the
potential for PVC waste management and circular economy practices. A notable need
was found after a thorough analysis of the literature: the promotion of a circular
economy, specifically for PVC, in Pakistan's building sector. A 40-factor list was
improved from the initial 130 factors supporting a circular economy which were also
derived from the literature review, with the top 15 factors being separated using Mean
Score Ranking. An effect matrix was developed using thorough questionnaires that
were distributed to professionals in the construction, academic, and PVC
manufacturing industries. The Important Causal Relationships in the matrix were
considered for further analysis. With the help of this matrix Causal Loop Diagram
was formed with two balancing and four reinforcing loops. Based on these
observations, a thorough framework was put forth, emphasizing the cooperation of
different stakeholders and highlighting the value of recycling, using, reusing, and
remanufacturing PVC. This study provides a strategy for improving PVC circularity
in the building industry in Pakistan.
