soil reuse– tag –

Construction-generated soil disappears from urban construction sites, but it does not disappear from the planet. This article examines how cities transfer excavated soil—and the environmental risks and long-term responsibilities attached to it—to mountains, valleys, and rural communities.

Construction-generated soil can become a valuable regional resource, yet mismatches in quality, quantity, timing, and distance often prevent its reuse. This article examines the fragmented system behind soil circulation in Japan—and why development must account for the future of the ground it excavates.