Sustainable Construction Futures

The Construction Futures NU research group engages internationally leading academics and researchers to examine contemporary and emerging industry challenges. Emphasis is placed on delivering conjoined evidence-based solutions – from theoretical concepts and methodologies, through to the delivery of innovative approaches to improve sector performance. Core expertise covers four interdisciplinary research themes: Construction, Technology, Process and Management. These interrelated themes directly align with industry challenges at micro, meso and macro levels – ranging from small-scale solutions and regional challenges to global strategic issues affecting sector performance. Exemplar projects and expertise include: Construction Economic and Management Climate adaptation and resilience Capacity development and education Decarbonisation Human-Computer Interaction and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Modern methods of construction Social and environmental sustainability