Mezher, T (2011) Building future sustainable cities: The need for a new mindset. Construction Innovation, 11(2), pp. 136-141. ISSN 1471-4175
Abstract
Purpose – This paper seeks to emphasise the need for changing the mindset of all the players of the construction industry in order to meet the sustainability challenges, energy and resources, in building future cities. Design/methodology/approach – This paper introduces the need for collaboration and coordination between all the players in the construction industry in order to develop construction innovation and technology to build sustainable cities. Findings – The construction industry needs to shift to a new mindset in the development of existing or new cities. Global warming and depletion of natural resources cannot be ignored any more. Project planning should take into consideration the “From Cradle to Grave” concepts and Life Cycle Assessments. Originality/value – This paper provides the reader with an overview of the challenges that are facing humanity and shows how to built future cities in order to improve the quality of life and preserve natural resources.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | cities; construction industry; energy; sustainable design; United Arab Emirates |
| Index terms: | methodology, collaboration, United Arab Emirates, construction innovation, project planning, sustainability challenge, sustainable design, mindset, quality of life, life cycle assessment, global warming, depletion, construction industry, coordination, sustainable city, natural resource |
| Subjects: | environmental issues, environmental impact, control systems, health behaviours and lifestyles, climate science, environmental resource management, management, research methods, public and environmental health, Geography, urban design, design process, building construction, industry analysis |
| Topics: | Engineering Principles, Project Management, Geographical Context, Research Practice, Health and Safety, Sustainability, Urban Studies, Design Practice, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCT |
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