Terra Matters: Leading the Circularity Initiative

Terra Matters is committed to promoting consistency in how circularity data is handled. This governmental mission follows the “Circularity Dataset Standardization Initiative” launched by the Ministry of the Economy in 2020. The initiative culminated in the creation of the PCDS, which is also being developed as ISO norm 59040. The Terra Matters platform is set to support businesses in their quest for sustainable growth and environmental stewardship.

Geobloc: Pioneering Sustainable Building Materials

Geobloc, a leading company in the production of high-quality raw earth bricks, collaborated with Terra Matters to create the first PCDS for their products. Geobloc is dedicated to sustainability and innovation, aiming to set new standards in the construction industry by integrating circular economy principles.

The Importance of the PCDS

The creation of the PCDS for Geobloc’s raw earth bricks demonstrates the company’s commitment to transparency and continuous improvement. The PCDS documents the lifecycle and sustainability aspects of their products, highlighting Geobloc's dedication to creating better products and setting a precedent for the industry.

Régis Bigot, Architect and Innovation Project Manager at Neobuild G.I.E, stated, "We decided to create a PCDS because we felt the approach was highly professional and comprehensive."

Key Benefits of the PCDS Process

• Efficiency: The PCDS creation process is quick and efficient, taking only 1 hour and 30  minutes to complete.
• Simplicity: No special preparation is needed, and the user-friendly platform facilitates easy data entry.
• Flexibility: The document can be revised later if any information is missing or incomplete, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Reflective Process: The PCDS encourages companies to deeply analyze their products and processes, identifying blind spots and areas for enhancement.

Geobloc's Insights and Continuous Improvement

The implementation of the PCDS has led to significant insights for Geobloc, pushing them to rethink aspects of their production processes. Key takeaways include the need for better information sharing between providers, verification of product claims, and responsibility for product use after purchase. Successfully creating the PCDS for Geobloc’s raw earth bricks also opens up new business model possibilities.

A Milestone for Sustainable Growth

The launch of Terra Matters’ platform marks a significant milestone in supporting the creation and exchange of the PCDS. This platform will aid businesses in their quest for sustainable growth and environmental stewardship, providing an innovative tool for creating PCDS.

This collaboration between Terra Matters and Geobloc sets a powerful example for the industry, demonstrating the benefits of adopting PCDS and paving the way for broader acceptance and implementation of circular economy practices.