We are excited to announce the publication of Karel Van den Berghe on circular economy strategies for large steel structures, part of the SUBLIME project. It is now available on “De Lichtkogel,” delve into sustainable practices for infrastructure, focusing on the lifecycle extension of steel bridges through innovative technologies and design. This publication marks a significant step towards integrating circularity into infrastructure planning.
Read the full article here: Bruggen naar een circulaire maatschappij.
Karel van Den Berghe
Assistant Professor, TU Delft
Dr. Karel van den Berghe is Assistant professor in Spatial Planning and Urban Development at the Department of Management in the Built Environment at TU Delft. He focuses on the (spatial) circular economy, strategic scenario planning, polycentric economic networks, the planning of port-cities, and the Dutch-Belgian cooperation.
A Workshop on LCA: Launching Work Package 3 activities of SUBLIME project
On January 24, 2024, the kick-off workshop for the initiation of work package 3 was conducted at the University of Leiden. The workshop featured presentations by key contributors, including Arnold Tukker, the leader of work package 3, PhD candidates Faysal Tareq and Laura Bremenkamp, BmS, Madaster, and the Municipality of Amsterdam. The session concluded with a comprehensive discussion among the participants.
A Workshop on fatigue and dynamic loading: Unveiling Challenges and New Frontiers in Steel Bridge Health Monitoring
On November 8, 2023, the SUBLIME project marked a crucial milestone by hosting an insightful workshop in collaboration with esteemed industrial (ArcelorMittal, ARUP, BmS, ct de Boer, DDC, Inertia Technology, Municipality Amsterdam, Province Zuid Holland, Royal HaskoningDHV, Rijkswaterstaat, Somni Solutions) and academic partners (TU Delft, TU/e and U Twente).
Successful Kick-Off Marks the Start of the SUBLIME Project, Featuring Impact Workshop
The SUBLIME project, aimed at addressing the degradation of steel infrastructure and improving its reliability and circularity, has begun on a positive note with a successful kick-off meeting.