Date
Inquiry

Is there a default recycled content percentage for copper that is recognized by the USGBC, similar to the 25% post-consumer recycled content for steel? If so what is it?

Ruling

The majority of steel used in buildings is known to contain at least a minimum amount of recycled content, which allowed for the establishment of a conservative default value. Copper products have no such minimum, as some products, such as wire, contain little or no recycled content. Applicable internationally.

Internationally Applicable
On
Campus Applicable
Off