Environmental impact on construction

The construction industry is responsible for approximately the 23% Of air pollution, the 40% Of the pollution of drinking water and contributes to the 50% of waste deposited in landfills.

In the field of construction, it is essential to consider that:

3 key areas to reduce environmental impact in the construction sector

However, to achieve our goal of progress without harming the planet, it is essential to:

Natural resources needed in construction

Materials

In construction, the use of natural resources is significant. For example, more than half of the 2 tons of material required per square meter of housing are aggregates. This is curious, since construction and demolition waste is mostly composed of stone material.

To contribute positively:

Water

In saving water during the construction process:

Energy

Energy production is crucial to economic development, but it presents challenges:

To address this:

Emissions to Air, Water and Soil

Air

With regard to air emissions, various sources can disturb the balance of the environment and the health of living beings by adding harmful gases to the atmosphere, increasing suspended particles and volatile organic compounds, or raising noise levels.

From our workplace, we can:

Water

Emissions to water usually originate from cleaning tasks and discharges of hazardous products, affecting the water cycle and the quality of the environment.

From our workplace, we can:

Soil

Contaminants in the soil can unbalance its natural order and affect the regeneration of vegetation and groundwater.

From our workplace, we can:

The Commitment of Each One of Us, from our role in the construction sector, is essential to preserve the environment and reduce the negative impact of our activities.