Environmental Protection in the Construction Industry for Achieving Sustainable ‎Development

Mahdi Aliyari

doi:10.63053/ijset.103

Authors

Mahdi Aliyari 1. Department of Architecture, Islamic Azad University, Shabestar Branch, Shabestar, Iran

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63053/ijset.103

Keywords:

Environment, construction industry, energy efficiency, sustainable development

Abstract

The construction industry is one of the primary sectors of the global economy, playing a crucial role in providing housing and public infrastructure. With the increasing global population and the growing demand for more construction, the construction industry plays a greater role in the development and advancement of societies. However, this industry also bears serious environmental responsibilities and must consider environmental protection methods in its activities to reduce negative impacts on the environment and promote sustainable development. Given this issue, environmental protection in the construction industry has received significant attention. This protection includes the optimal use of natural resources, building materials, and increasing energy efficiency. This study will address the methods and challenges related to environmental protection in the construction industry for achieving sustainable development. The findings emphasize the importance of environmental protection in promoting sustainable and socially focused development in the construction industry. Furthermore, it discusses the impact of environmental protection on policymakers, urban planners, and other stakeholders involved in sustainable development in the construction industry. Overall, this study presents references and solutions for environmental protection in the construction industry to achieve sustainable development.

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