The construction industry is at a crossroads. Recognized by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) as a sector that must change, it faces the dual challenge of reducing its massive carbon footprint while simultaneously building structures that can survive an increasingly volatile climate.
This editorial review of 34 studies reveals that the transition to “Green Construction” is not just technologically possible, it is economically viable.
The research bridges the gap between hight-tech solutions (like BIM-driven waste reduction) and social sciences insights (like the power of collaborative leadership).
It argues that we cannot just look at the individual buildings, we must look at entire urban plans through a holistic lens.
Ultimately, the paper calls for an “invigorated research focus” on adaptation. It reminds us that while we have made great strides in sustainability, ou true future challenge lies in resilience, designing a built environment that can protect and support human society in an uncertain world.
Learn more about this review here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.122264
Reference
Murtagh, N., Scott, L., & Fan, J. (2020). Sustainable and resilient construction: Current status and future challenges. Journal of Cleaner Production, 268, 122264