The construction industry accounts for a significant portion of overall CO2 emissions. It is important to practice sustainability in the industry as a whole; from designing with sustainable materials to disposing of waste properly.

Using materials that help to minimize energy consumption and reduce waste is a major aspect of sustainable construction. Many raw materials are recyclable such as wood, steel, and even plastic. Additionally, materials such as clay are eco-friendly and energy-efficient. Materials such as these keep buildings cool in the summer and trap heat in the winter.

Sustainability in construction is not only important to the environment but to the economy as well. “Green building” helps create more jobs as the demand for construction workers increases. Optimizing buildings to reduce water and energy costs means that these savings could go elsewhere, such as employee salaries, which would boost the economy even more. 

Large companies switching to sustainable materials and doing their part to reduce energy usage can make a big impact on CO2 emissions, as well as the health of the environment in general.

Practicing sustainability in construction is important to help create a cleaner and better environment, so everyone needs to do their part. Jerdon Enterprise holds the knowledge and expertise needed to complete a successful and quality construction project. Contact us today. If you are interested in viewing some of Jerdon’s past civil engineering projects, click here!