Development of list of products and services for green public procurement in construction

Barakzai, Muhammad K., & McGetrick, Patrick J. (2024). Development of list of products and services for green public procurement in construction. Paper presented at the Civil Engineering Research in Ireland 2024 (CERI2024), Galway, 29-30 August.

Abstract

As the effects of greenhouse gases and carbon emissions have started to show up with a slow but notable change in climatic conditions and natural environments, there is a significant social and political will that has shifted its focus on the importance to control and reduce the emissions for the well-being of the habitat and everyone living in it. With the similar context, the demand for sustainable construction materials, methods, and practices has also intensified. Subsequently, the role of Green Public Procurement (GPP) becomes pivotal in shaping the environmental impact of construction projects. The adoption of GPP criteria in public sector projects can significantly reduce the environmental impact of construction activities. This study aims to identify potential products and services for purchasing under GPP in Ireland, with a particular focus on public infrastructure projects that local authorities can directly impact. The identification of these products and services is based on an extensive literature review, analysis of existing GPP framework, and a thorough analysis of sustainability criteria, including environmental impact, energy efficiency, resource conservation, and social equity. The identified products and services offer opportunities to reduce the environmental footprint of public infrastructure projects while simultaneously improving energy efficiency, resource conservation, and social equity. By promoting the use of sustainable products and services, GPP can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy efficiency, and minimizing the environmental impact of construction activities. The outcome of this study aims to empower decision-makers with a toolkit for fostering a sustainable built environment aligned with global environmental goals.

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Environmental Protection Agency

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Civil Engineering Research Association of Ireland

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