Construction Industry Looking Toward ESG

Construction industry’s global environmental impact

private and commercial building generates 30% of total greenhouse gas emissions and construction uses 32% of the world’s natural resources

Key motivators

• Public Disclosure. the majority of the S&P’s 500 publicly report ESG standards
• Employees look for it. prospective employees consider ESG credentials when choosing a workplace
• Legislation. an increase of carbon related legislation 
• Market Dictating. public contracts and funders require community benefits

Certifications to prove ESG credentials 

• BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method)
• WELL Building 
• WiredScore’s Wired

JD Supra | ESG and the construction industry