Essays about: "project implementation in the construction iNDUSTRY"

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  1. 1. Implementation of Level of Development for BIM Collaboration in Timber Building Subsystems Design: A Case Study of I-Joist Construction Elements

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

    Author : Isabell Gustafsson; [2024]
    Keywords : BIM; I-Joist; LOD; Level of Development; Timber Building Subsystems;

    Abstract : Due to time, cost, and environmental challenges, wood has become a more common building material even for more complex buildings. Implementing the concept of Level of Development (LOD) on timber structures could provide a tool for BIM collaboration that may save cost and time, and in the early stages mediate wood as an available building material. READ MORE

  2. 2. Circular Economy in Commercial Real Estate A Study of the Design Process for Increased Reuse in Redevelopment Projects

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    Author : IDA HOLMÉN; SIMON ANGERVALL; [2023-08-16T11:05:22Z 2023-08-16T11:05:22Z 2023 2023]
    Keywords : Circular Economy in Commercial Real Estate A Study of the Design Process for Increased Reuse in Redevelopment Projects;

    Abstract : The building and construction industry is currently one of the industries with themost significant environmental impact. It is responsible for roughly 100 billion tonsof waste yearly. READ MORE

  3. 3. Proactive Decarbonization in Projects - At What Price? : A Qualitative Study of Life-cycle Cost Analysis and Shadow Pricing of Carbon as Decision-making Tools

    University essay from KTH/Ledning och organisering i byggande och förvaltning

    Author : Anna Edorson; [2023]
    Keywords : Life-cycle Cost Analysis ; Shadow Pricing of Carbon ; Sustainability ; Climate Targets ; Decision-making ; Project Management ; Livscykelkostnadsanalys ; Skuggpris på koldioxid ; Hållbarhet ; Klimatmål ; Beslutsfattande ; Projektledning ;

    Abstract : As we move towards a low-carbon economy, environmental sustainability drives corporate performance and strategy to a greater extent than a decade ago. Hence, there is a growing importance among actors with long-term ownership interests to recognize climate-related issues in investment decisions. READ MORE

  4. 4. Circular Construction : A Study of Reuse Practices in the Construction Industry from a Consultant´s Perspective

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

    Author : Johan Åberg; Jacob Foconi; [2023]
    Keywords : Reuse; Circular Economy; Construction Industry; Resource Use; Embodied Environmental Impact; Återbruk; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Byggbranschen; Resursanvändning; Inbäddad Miljöpåverkan;

    Abstract : In light of the need to reduce resource usage and mitigate the climate impact of the Swedish construction industry, the adoption of reusing secondary materials has gained significant attention as an alternative construction process. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns, but also aims to transition from the prevailing "make-take-waste" system of resource management. READ MORE

  5. 5. Marking tags within the construction industry : A qualitative case study of the Swedish construction industry regarding implementing technical standardizations to promote circularity

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

    Author : Markus Eriksson; Casper Norberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Construction industry; Radio frequency identification; Circularity; Attitude; Environment; Socio-technical transition theory; multi-level perspective.;

    Abstract : The construction industry is vital in meeting humanity's infrastructure and essential building needs. However, its current practices contribute significantly to environmental challenges such as global warming, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. The current study points out the need for a more sustainable approach in the construction sector. READ MORE