Conceptual framework for sustainable construction

Journal article (2023)

Authors

Robert V. Thomas Cochin University of Science and Technology

Deepa G. Nair Cochin University of Science and Technology

B. Enserink Policy Analysis -

Research Group

Policy Analysis () (TU Delft)

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s44150-023-00087-8

Sustainable construction Indicators Criteria Sustainability assessment Conceptual framework

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2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Technology, Policy and Management

Department

Multi Actor Systems

Research Group

Policy Analysis

Abstract

Growing global demand for sustainable development places immense pressure on the construction industry to select and promote sustainable construction practices. The selection of sustainable construction practices is a challenging task, as there are numerous variables and uncertainties involved in the concept of sustainability and a consistent and widely accepted framework for assessment and evaluation seems to be lacking. Based on an extensive literature review on sustainability, sustainable construction was redefined and evaluation frameworks were identified for comparison. Furthermore, a conceptual framework is proposed by identifying specific indicators and criteria relating to the objectives of sustainable construction (sociocultural, economic, technical and environmental) to evaluate the sustainability of construction practices. Recommendations for the application of the proposed framework is also presented.

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