ABSTRACT
Over the last 25 years, increasing recognition of the environmental impact of buildings has stimulated efforts to develop assessment and management tools for improving their environmental performance. Debate has evolved into a more integrated discussion of all aspects of the life span of a building and its components. However, the research literature remains focused on building design, overlooking the role that the construction process can play in reducing the environmental impact of constructing, refurbishing, utilising and demolishing buildings. This chapter calls for the integration of ecological design and project management principles in the construction process.
