Implementing Sustainable Construction Principles and Practices by Key Stakeholders

Abstract

The term äóÖsustainable constructionäó» is used to highlight the responsibility of the construction industry in attaining sustainable development (SD). With the increasing necessity for resource efficiency and climate change adaptation, there is a need for construction key stakeholders to implement sustainable principles and practices in construction projects. In the UK context, engaging in such action will facilitate the government target of 80% greenhouse gas reduction by 2050 and also be a potential source of competitive advantage in the future. The aim of this study is to examine how the industry values and promotes sustainable principles and practices in construction projects. A quantitative research method was adopted in order to reach a wider audience in the industry. An online questionnaire survey was used to collect data. The key finding from the survey is that the level of construction industry promotion of sustainable principles and practices is less than it should be. The outcome of the survey suggests that the industry needs to strategise on how to champion and promote the implementation of sustainable principles and practices at a greater level if the industry is to contribute to the global quest for SD.

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“…Precommitment can also be applied to achieving project-level and organization-level sustainability goals like renewable energy, life-cycle analysis and disaster resilience, which involve high initial costs and delayed benefits. Owners of construction projects play a IJSHE 19,5 critical role as key drivers in sustainable practices, and positive commitment amongst stakeholders involves cognitive and behavioral aspects to embed sustainable construction values into organizational culture (Maduka et al, 2016). Organizations with committed leadership are the innovators and champions in this regard.…”