ABSTRACT
Developing countries face significant challenges in achieving sustainable construction objectives due to inefficient traditional practices. Despite the transition towards innovative technologies, there is scant literature on achieving sustainable construction outcomes in developing countries. Therefore, this paper reviewed how sustainable construction objectives are achievable through the application of innovative technologies in developing countries. PRISMA guideline protocols were followed. Scopus and Web of Science were used for a preliminary search using specific keywords, yielding 143 papers. Further screening yielded 23 publications and 5 from a backwards search, amounting to 28. Five themes regarding sustainable construction objectives and innovative technologies emerged from thematic analysis: time saving, energy efficiency and environmental friendliness, cost saving, health and safety, and social outcomes. The revealed applied innovative technologies include BIM, AI, Virtual Reality, and IoT. Potential policy enhancements and implementation strategies that leverage innovative technologies for achieving sustainable construction objectives in developing countries are proffered.
