ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IN CONSTRUCTION

Abstract

This book is designed to help medium to large companies in the construction sector improve their environmental performance. The content is as relevant to companies interested in simply developing an environmental policy as to those looking to develop environmental management systems (EMS) and achieve certification to ISO 14001. Guidance is given to help companies identify the most appropriate environmental management options to meet business needs and gives practical assistance on putting these options into practice. Step-by-step advice is given on how to get started in environmental management and leads on to advice on implementing more advanced techniques such as environmental supply chain management. The book looks at ways in which ISO 14001 can be adopted in construction sector companies and suggests methods to improve stakeholder dialogue through environmental management. The case studies in each section of the book form a key feature of the guidance. These are drawn from construction sector companies that have practical experience in implementing environmental management, including Carillion plc, John Laing plc, AMEC Design & Management Ltd, Morrison Construction Ltd, Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Ltd and BAA plc. The case studies facilitate the sharing of good practice and highlight some of the pitfalls and successes associated with environmental management. The book concludes with a simple list of do's and don'ts for implementing environmental management and estimates some of the costs and resources required for implementation. (A)