These projects were continuously hampered by shortages of construction materials, but the engineers were able to complete them by improvising and making use of salvaged material.

It was rebuilt in that same year as a one-story building, using as much salvaged material from the original building as was possible.

Extensive track repairs included the use of salvaged materials from the lifted portion of line.

Despite this, the indigenous population continues to live in the area, constructing makeshift homes and shops out of salvaged materials.

In most cases, the rating systems offer credits/point for the use of wood in the following areas: certified wood; recycled /reused /salvaged materials; and local sourcing of materials.