| Title |
Assessment of building materials in the construction sector: A case study using life cycle assessment approach to achieve the circular economy |
| ID_Doc |
4789 |
| Authors |
Dsilva, J; Zarmukhambetova, S; Locke, J |
| Title |
Assessment of building materials in the construction sector: A case study using life cycle assessment approach to achieve the circular economy |
| Year |
2023 |
| Published |
Heliyon, 9, 10 |
| DOI |
10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20404 |
| Abstract |
The construction sector plays a significant role in contributing to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, necessitating effective and practical solutions. This study addresses the underutilization of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in the construction sector and demonstrates its benefits as a decisionmaking tool for mitigating embodied carbon. The research focuses on a G+2 building in Dubai, UAE, conducting LCA during the construction phases to assess embodied carbon levels. Results indicate that the careful selection of construction materials and involvement of LCA at the early stages of construction resulted in a 26 % reduction in the building's embodied carbon. The study recognizes the limitations of LCA but emphasizes its value and recommends future research to enhance its coverage of sustainability aspects. The findings highlight the construction sector's potential to overcome anthropogenic challenges through green solutions. Policymakers' support is crucial for implementing strategies that reduce the construction industry's carbon footprint and embrace a circular economy. The study contributes to the literature by bridging the gap in understanding the application of LCA in construction decision-making. It emphasizes the importance of transitioning to sustainable practices and circularity in the construction sector. By using LCA as a tool, construction professionals can make informed choices to reduce embodied carbon. This study underscores the urgency for adopting greener practices in the construction sector, leading to a more sustainable and low-carbon future. |
| Author Keywords |
Life cycle assessment; Circular economy; Embodied carbon; Built environment; Construction industry |
| Index Keywords |
Index Keywords |
| Document Type |
Other |
| Open Access |
Open Access |
| Source |
Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED) |
| EID |
WOS:001114051400001 |
| WoS Category |
Multidisciplinary Sciences |
| Research Area |
Science & Technology - Other Topics |
| PDF |
http://www.cell.com/article/S2405844023076120/pdf
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