Apply advanced management techniques in demolition, renovation and construction projects to improve building material recycling efficiency and reduce carbon emissions

Zeyuan Wei

doi:10.54254/2977-3903/6/2024058

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Received: 20 February 2024

Published: 20 February 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.54254/2977-3903/6/2024058

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Wei,Z. (2024). Apply advanced management techniques in demolition, renovation and construction projects to improve building material recycling efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. Advances in Engineering Innovation,6,32-43.

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