Green buildings are nothing new. In fact, the energy efficiency of a wide range of building systems and operational practices have been hallmarks of the smart building movement that has been evolving over the last few decades. However, the sustainability of buildings is about more than just operational efficiency, they must also incorporate environmentally responsible approaches during the full lifecycle of buildings to truly be considered green. A key element of this is sustainability within the construction process, where traditional supply chains are now being disrupted by a drive towards a full-lifecycle approach towards green buildings. “The Construction Industry is considered one of the biggest waste generators in the world, and to tackle this problem, the concept of environmental sustainability in the construction sector can act in different areas, as waste reduction, carbon emissions reduction, better selection of materials and others,” explains Benachio et al. in their paper Green Supply Chain Management in the Construction […]