Blueprints for Sustainability: An In-Depth Study of Construction

Abstract

This study systematically explores sustainable construction, a crucial intersection of environmental stewardship and the built environment. It aims to map the scholarly landscape, analyzing publications from 1996 to 2024 sourced from Scopus, using robust bibliometric methods including keyword co-occurrence, trend analysis, and multiple correspondence analyses. This approach identifies key thematic developments over time, such as material innovation, environmental impact assessment, and emerging technologies, highlighting an expanding trajectory in research evidenced by increasing publications and citations. Significant research contributions with high citation metrics are pinpointed, emphasizing their influence in advancing sustainable methodologies. However, the study’s scope is constrained by reliance on a single database, potentially limiting the breadth of global research coverage. Nonetheless, it offers valuable insights for academia, industry, and policymakers, suggesting future interdisciplinary inquiries and regional research explorations. This research distinguishes itself through its comprehensive temporal and thematic mapping of sustainable construction, using advanced bibliometric analyses to inform stakeholders about the field’s dynamic contours and future research directions crucial for sustainable development in construction.