Sustainability in Geotechnical Construction to Reduce Environmental Impacts

Sustainable geotechnical practices can reduce environmental impacts by using energy-efficient designs, low-carbon materials, alternate fuels & equipment and waste reduction strategies.
Dr. V. R. Raju - Senior Advisor, Sustainability at Keller plc, and Professor of Practice, IIT Madras

Sustainability involves balancing environmental, social, and economic dimensions for long-term health and prosperity. Human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation have warmed the atmosphere, land, and water, impacting weather, sea levels, and biodiversity. The construction industry contributes 40% of global emissions, with foundation industries accounting for 15-23% of a building’s embodied carbon (Deamer 2023).