Taking green building mainstream: The top ten biggest trends in sustainable construction
Advancements in technology
The significant and rapid developments taking place in the digital sector, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, Internet of Things, 3D printing, blockchain are too impactful to be ignored, says Kaka. He adds that this will transform how buildings are constructed and operated to address the new requirements fuelled by urbanisation. Moreover, advancements in technology from product validation, to waste tracking, to stormwater pollution prevention plan reporting, to embodied carbon analysis will aid in greener buildings, and easier compliance and documentation. For instance, 4D BIM allows all the stakeholders to share information on a single platform, allowing contractors and sub-contractors to eliminate last-minute design coordination and rework, ultimately reducing waste.
