Integrated Framework Towards Construction Waste Reduction The Case of Egypt

Abstract

The construction industry is plagued with significant construction and demolition waste (C&DW) generated during various phases of construction projects. This waste has created a universal, pervasive, and enduring problem globally. To propose practical solutions to resolve this consequential issue, this research adopted a quantitative approach in two stages. The first stage involved an online survey, administrated to 360 methodically selected construction organisations working in Egypt, to evaluate the impact of six main factors on C&DW reduction (C&DWR). The six main factors are as follows: (1) materials procurement measures (MPMR); (2) materials procurement models (MPMO); (3) green building practices (GBPR); (4) legislation (LG); (5) culture and behaviour (CB); and (6) awareness (AW).