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This reclaimed material saves approximately 135 kg of CO₂e compared to new production, based on ICE Database carbon factors widely used in UK construction.
I have some leftover building materials available for free:
- 1 bulk bag of ballast (750kg)
- 1 bulk bag of MOT Type 1 (750kg)
- Half a bulk bag of plastering sand
Ideal for anyone doing DIY, landscaping, or building work. Free to anyone who can collect. First come, first served! Please arrange your own collection and transport.
Environmental impact (estimate)
- Saves 135 kg CO₂e (0.14 tonnes)
- ≈ 6.14 trees' worth of CO₂/year (indicative)
- ≈ 334.2 miles not driven (UK avg car, indicative)
- 750 kg mass kept in use (vs landfill / new production)
Based on ICE Database (University of Bath) embodied carbon factors widely used in UK construction (indicative; not a formal EPD).
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