An overview of the literature on decision-making support models for deconstruction logistics

The construction sector is not only a major consumer of virgin materials but also a major contributor to waste generation. Therefore, it is important to rethink current waste management practices by applying, for example, circular economy principles such as deconstruction practice. Considered a more-resource-friendly alternative compared to standard demolition, deconstruction involves dismantling a building with the aim of maintaining the highest possible value for its materials and maximizing their recovery potential. This study reviews the literature to identify and analyze recent studies reporting on operations planning and logistics optimization problems related to deconstruction. It describes the studied problems and the approaches proposed to address them. Finally, it identifies the limitations of current research in the field and suggests perspectives for future research.