Sustainable Construction Management: Integrating Carbon Reduction into Planning, Design, and Project Delivery
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.71222/tm54n604Keywords:
sustainable construction management, carbon reduction, green building, lifecycle carbon tracking, low-carbon constructionAbstract
As global climate change becomes an increasingly pressing issue, the construction industry plays a significant role in carbon emissions, making carbon reduction measures a key focus for its development. This review explores the primary methods and innovations for integrating carbon reduction strategies into construction management, focusing on the planning, design, and construction phases. The paper first discusses the core concepts of sustainable construction management, detailing the integration of carbon reduction goals throughout the construction lifecycle and the role of industry standards and policies. It then examines the importance of carbon footprint assessments and carbon budgeting models during the project planning phase, and the integration of low-carbon design principles, including green building design, material selection, and energy efficiency optimization. In the construction phase, modular building, green construction technologies, and digital tools are identified as effective means of reducing carbon emissions. Finally, the paper highlights the challenges the industry faces in carbon reduction, such as regulatory issues, cost barriers, and data transparency, while pointing out emerging opportunities like green finance and carbon trading. It also outlines future research directions, including full lifecycle carbon tracking and smart construction technologies.
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