There has never been a more important time to rethink how construction has an impact on the environment, with green construction and sustainable building practices becoming ever-more significant in protecting the future of the environment.
It’s no secret that sustainability is a ‘hot topic’ of the moment, and has been for the last decade, as governments are being put under increased pressure to build more sustainable infrastructure. This has meant that there has been a rise in demand for sustainable and innovative building practices, sustainable material acquisition and the development of green design ideas which will better safeguard the environment.
As we strive towards a more sustainable world, it is important that we keep our finger on the pulse and follow the key trends which emerge every year as the green agenda continues to be pushed forward.
In this latest article, we have pulled together the most notable ‘green’ trends to look out for in the construction industry in 2023.
Green roofs
One of the most innovative construction practises in use today, which significantly adds to the green credentials of a building, is the use of a green roof. Entirely or partially covered in vegetation, green roofs use a system of natural or man-made features which offer a significant number of environmental benefits to new or existing buildings.
The benefits can vary from reducing greenhouse gas emissions to providing a habitat to wildlife and reducing rainwater runoff – helping to reduce both flooding and erosion.
Net-zero design
As part of the wider global initiative to build back greener, the UK government has put in place a net-zero strategy which will see the UK aiming to meet its net-zero target by 2050. An estimated £90 billion will be invested across the green construction sector in the next decade, with firms increasingly under pressure to build more net-zero buildings to help meet this target.
Simply put, net-zero buildings produce as much energy as they use over a 12-month period. Wind turbines, solar panels and other sustainable energy sources are at the forefront of their design to produce the green energy required to make them net-zero.
Sustainable materials
While this might not seem like a new trend, it’s still an important part of the transition towards a more environmentally-conscious way of building – and shouldn’t be overlooked. From bamboo to wood, sustainable materials help to reduce the impact that construction projects have on the environment and can help to provide a better quality of life for occupants in the long run. Sustainable materials are generally more durable and require less maintenance, meaning that they can also be a more cost-effective option when compared to traditional building materials.
Want to know how Red Rhino can support your green project?
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Our purpose-built machinery assists with demolition, recycling and construction projects across the world, providing a cost-effective solution to recycling waste materials to create a sustainable built environment.
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