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The construction sector has been a major source of global greenhouse gas emissions over the years, and as a mitigation measure the concept of green construction has been gaining more significance. This study investigates green construction from a new perspective concerning site management methods for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The potential driving measures for site management were systematically analysed in three phases of green construction (G.C.), including pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. Quantitative data were collected through surveys and analysed using AMOS 26.0 software to generate a structural equation model (SEM). The developed SEM showcased the essential driving paths, measures contributing to the site management, and their interrelation in the three essential phases of green construction. The proposed theoretical framework can assist as a foundation for sustainable site management involved in green construction. This study also prescribes the appropriate measures and practical guidance for promoting site management while choosing green construction.
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The authors thank Mr. Ganesh, Sr. Landscape Architect from FICUS Landscape Architects, Bengaluru, and Mr. Syed Ahmed, Project Co-ordinator from Mahendra Homes Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, for proposing the central concept of sustainable site management for green construction; Mr. Praveen Kumar, Deputy Manager of Godrej Green Building Consulting, Chennai, and Mr. Vinit Shah, Sr. A Green Consultant from Godrej Green Building Consulting, Chennai, for suggesting the essential ideas regarding site practices during the construction of a green building project. We also extend our thanks to experts worldwide who took the time to participate in the questionnaire survey and share their views and insights.
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Durgam, H.R., Ramani, P.V. & Gupta, A. Drivers of sustainable site management for green construction: an Indian construction perspective. Asian J Civ Eng 23, 515–530 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42107-022-00439-7
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