There was a time, not so long ago, when the usage of sustainable products was perceived more as a trend than a necessity, but this thankfully is no longer the case. In many sectors of industry, there’s a growing demand for environmental accountability, and this is particularly evident in construction.
Continuing urbanisation, driven by an ever-growing global population, has left the industry with a delicate but pressing balancing act: how to keep up with the demand for homes, businesses and infrastructures while still remaining true to a greener agenda.
Traditionally, construction has always had a voracious appetite for raw materials, of course, accompanied by the need to dispose of vast quantities of resultant debris. Each stage in the construction process has a profound impact on the environment, and over the years this has led to increasing levels of deforestation, pollution and, inevitably, climate change. Thankfully, and not before time, a range of innovative solutions has given us a ray of hope for the future.
Embrace the innovations, savour the difference
The construction industry has been a significant contributor to the emissions of greenhouse gases, but new ideas and products have made a much-needed difference. They include:
- Low-carbon concrete
- Recycled materials
- Electric vehicles
- Modular construction
- Reclaimed timber
- Water conservation
- Energy-efficient tools and machinery
…and more.
Many sustainable products also offer enhanced durability and reduced lifecycle costs. Minimising the immediate environmental impact of these is only part of the story; their increased longevity will save on financial costs, for example, and they will help to support a more circular economy. The benefits, and there are many of them, are there for all to see.
Benefits for the consumer, benefits for the builder
In addition, integrating more sustainable products into the construction sector is in a definite alignment with changes in the way the consumer, the ultimate end user, of course, is thinking. There has been a market demand for not only an awareness of environmental issues but also a desire to act upon them. As a result of this demand, developers and constructors have had to change their own ways of thinking in turn.
Ultimately, we are witnessing a fundamental shift towards a more holistic and responsible approach in an industry sector, and the shift is transcending more than environmentalism. Stakeholders are now able to seek improved innovation, efficiency and profitability, and these opportunities are being embraced with noticeable gusto. Given the continuing need for more and more housing and the like, this is a trend that looks set to continue for many years to come.
If you have a new sustainable product you wish to shout about, get in touch with the Rosy team for public relations opportunities so that your audience is fully aware of your efforts in bringing about change and staying one step ahead of the game.
