Sustainability in Construction Projects

Sustainability in Construction Projects

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson you will be able to identify sustainable practices in construction projects. At the end of the lesson you will understand the importance of sustainability in architecture and construction planning.

What do you already know about sustainability in construction?

The Role of Sustainability in Construction Planning

Integrates eco-friendly practices and materials. Minimizes environmental impact. Enhances resource efficiency.

Key Sustainable Practices in Architecture

Use of renewable materials. Energy-efficient designs. Waste reduction strategies.

Key Sustainable Practices in Construction

Sustainable site selection. Water conservation techniques. Sustainable transportation logistics.

Importance of Sustainability

Ensures resources for future generations. Reduces carbon footprint. Promotes community well-being.

Definition List

Sustainability: The ability to maintain or improve resources without depleting them for future generations. Eco-friendly practices: Methods and processes

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.