Sustainability as a Key Challenge in the UK Construction Sector

This report investigates sustainability as a significant challenge within the UK construction sector. It begins with a literature review identifying the concept of sustainability and its importance, followed by an analysis of the challenges faced by the UK construction sector in adopting sustainable practices, including economic, innovation, social, and political barriers. The report then explores strategies for overcoming these challenges, such as creating awareness, providing effective training and education, and implementing robust monitoring systems. The rationale for the research emphasizes its contribution to understanding and promoting environmental preservation. The study aims to investigate the impact of sustainability as a challenging factor in the UK construction sector. Research objectives include identifying the importance of sustainability, determining its influence as a challenge, and analyzing ways to overcome these challenges. The methodology proposes using a positivism philosophy with a deductive approach, employing both qualitative and quantitative research methods for data collection and analysis.