5 Ways to Prioritize Sustainability With Subcontractors
Here’s how to make construction more sustainable, according to For Construction Pros.
According to For Construction Pros, 2.6 trillion square feet of new floor area is expected to be built globally between 2020 and 2060, the functional equivalent of adding New York City to the planet every month. Put differently, 75 percent of the infrastructure that will exist by 2050 hasn’t been built yet.
The implications for climate change, communities, and economies are enormous, as the built environment is one of the most significant contributors to climate change.
Federal, state, and local governments are taking action to help ensure this construction boom (and its climate impact) benefits everyone – from the architects and builders to buyers and communities who will live, work, and play in these places long after the project is complete.
For example, last year, California enacted SB 253 and SB 261, two regulations requiring many companies in California to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks, increasing transparency and accountability requirements.
Builders should assume their work will be impacted by these and similar regulations, viewing state standards, such as those in California, as indicative of broader trends with potential nationwide impact that can improve outcomes for their companies and the communities they serve. To navigate this shift, it’s essential to incorporate sustainable practices into present and future projects.
Here are five best practices for making sustainability a part of every construction project.
