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Climate Awareness & Sustainability in Construction
“Sustainable construction is not just about reducing environmental impact; it’s about creating buildings that are healthier for occupants and more cost-effective over their lifecycle.” — Jane Anderson, Director, ConstructionLCA Ltd. – The Alliance for Sustainable Building Practices (asbp.org.uk)
This sustainability in construction course provides construction professionals with a solid understanding of climate change and industry-specific strategies to reduce environmental impact on construction sites. Participants will explore practical approaches to sustainability, including energy-efficient site management, waste reduction, sustainable material sourcing, and the adoption of low-carbon technologies.
The importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices is becoming increasingly prominent in the construction sector, as highlighted in The Impact of ESG Practices in Industry with a Focus on Carbon. Embracing these practices not only reduces environmental impact but also enhances a company’s reputation and long-term viability.
The sustainability in construction training course also covers key regulatory frameworks such as the UK’s Path to Net Zero Set Out in Landmark Strategy, ensuring participants are equipped to align their operations with national climate goals and regulatory requirements.
It is well-suited for roles such as site managers, project managers, sustainability officers, architects, engineers, and construction workers who are keen to integrate climate awareness into their daily practices and contribute to building a more sustainable future.
- Duration: Flexible
- Accessibility: Online Course
Sustainability in Construction Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change: Offers a foundational overview of climate change, exploring its science, global impacts, and why awareness is crucial, particularly in construction.
Module 2: Climate Awareness in the Construction Industry: Delves into the specific challenges and opportunities within the construction sector, examining how construction activities contribute to climate change and exploring strategies to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint.
Module 3: Reducing Your Footprint at Work: A practical guide to reducing emissions on a daily basis, and how to act more sustainably in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand Climate Change Fundamentals: Grasp the basic science of climate change and its relevance to the construction industry.
- Evaluate Workplace Carbon Footprints: Assess your contribution to carbon emissions and identify ways to reduce it.
- Identify Key Environmental Challenges in Construction: Recognise the specific environmental challenges construction activities pose.
- Implement Sustainable Construction Practices: Learn and apply strategies to minimise the carbon footprint of construction projects.
- Promote Climate Awareness on Construction Sites: Encourage and support climate-conscious behaviours among colleagues and teams in the construction environment.
- Demonstrate Knowledge through Assessment: Successfully apply the concepts learned by completing the final quiz.
Available Anywhere, Anytime
We understand that customers want efficient, high quality training.
To avoid downtime and improve workplace productivity, our courses are available on phone, tablet and computer.
Your team can be certified on the move and at a time that suits you.
Aligned with UN Sustainability Goals
- This sustainability in construction training course, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), helps businesses adapt and align their operations with global sustainability standards.
- By integrating these goals into their strategies, companies can contribute to the broader global effort to address pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges.
Developed in partnership with Liverpool John Moores - Low Carbon Eco Innovatory
Our courses are written in partnership with
Liverpool John Moores University and are CPD
accredited.
All content is scientifically backed and reviewed
regularly to ensure they are at the cutting edge
of climate science.
If you can’t find what you are looking for or
would like to design a custom course, just ask
and we will design bespoke training to suit your
needs.
