A priority acknowledged by all 88% 97% Sustainable construction, a familiar concept... but worth further exploration! Have you heard of sustainable construction? How important is it to implement more sustainable construction? The positive news for the future is that students are overwhelmingly (94%) familiar with the concept of sustainable construction. Geographically, respondents from the northern hemisphere are the most comfortable with the concept (88%). That’s especially true in the European Union, a region of the world where regulation is actively fostering this approach to construction. Yes, and I know what it’s all about It’s a priority Yes, but I don't really know what it refers to It’s important, but not a priority 97% of respondents believe that the implementation of more sustainable construction practices is important and, for 70%, it’s a priority. 89% want those practices to be pushed further than they are at present. A desire to accelerate is strongly expressed in the Global South. Brazil, South Africa and India are particularly eager to make sustainable construction an absolute priority (73%). This approach is shared by students (75%) and associations (77%), two segments that have historically been sensitive to housing-related issues. In contrast, elected officials and professionals are more reserved (65% and 63%) with respect to the importance of a sustainable construction approach. Although interested in the subject, they are more concerned with practical and financial issues. 58% 30% 12% No, I've never heard of it It’s secondary 70% 27% 3% 79 CONSTRUCTING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
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