Photo credit: BMExLight House, an organization focused on advancing circular practices in the built environment, has announced the launch of the Building Material Exchange program (BMEx).TheBMEx Marketplace, which aims to make it easier for businesses to exchange and acquire more sustainable construction, building and design materials, is also now officially live.BMEx was created with the intention to help reduce waste management costs as well as the amount of construction materials that end up in landfills. Through theBMExprogram, businesses in and around Nanaimo, Victoria, Cowichan Valley, Duncan and the surrounding islands with excess, unused, or salvaged building and/or design-related materials, are matched with others in need of resources to begin or complete projects.Materials accepted through theBMEx program include concrete, aggregates, asphalt, metal, wood, glass, carpet, doors, flooring, drywall, and fixtures. The program is free tosign up and participate in, and is funded by the Regional District of Nanaimos Zero Waste Recycling Fund, the Capital Regional District, and the Cowichan Valley Regional District.BMEx participants have access to BMExMarketplace, an online platform designed to exchange, donate, or acquire excess, unused, or salvaged building and/or design-related materials.TheBMEx Marketplace includes a custom interface for those involved with building materials so they can list materials they have and find what they need fast, said Gil Yaron, managing director, Circular Innovation, Light House. The online community is vetted to ensure confidence in the exchange materials and partners, with detailed product profiles so users have access to more information about materials they are sourcing. A resource hub includes educational content like articles, guides, and best practices on sustainable construction, material reuse, and waste reduction tips.To learn moreaboutBMEx, clickhere.The post BMEx Marketplace Launches on Vancouver Island appeared first on Canadian Architect.