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Review of Current Trends in Sustainable Construction

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  • Monika Zajemska

    (Faculty of Production Engineering and Materials Technology, Częstochowa University of Technology, 19 Armii Krajowej Ave., 42-200 Częstochowa, Poland)

  • Dorota Wojtyto

    (Faculty of Management, Częstochowa University of Technology, 19B Armii Krajowej Ave., 42-201 Częstochowa, Poland)

  • Joanna Michalik

    (Faculty of Management, Częstochowa University of Technology, 19B Armii Krajowej Ave., 42-201 Częstochowa, Poland)

  • Szymon Berski

    (Faculty of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Częstochowa University of Technology, 73 Dąbrowskiego Str., 42-201 Częstochowa, Poland)

Abstract

One of the most important trends in today’s construction is energy efficiency. Nowadays, construction is undergoing a revolution thanks to modern technologies. Technological innovations not only speed up the construction process but also improve the quality, durability, and safety of the structure, ensure energy efficiency, as well as aesthetics and comfort of use. Modern technologies, such as photovoltaic panels and heat pumps, can produce their own electricity and heat for buildings’ own needs with minimal use of fossil fuels. This not only leads to economic benefits, but also has a positive impact on the environment. Furthermore, choosing the right materials is the key factor in sustainable construction. Concrete, steel and other traditional building materials, although durable, have a negative impact on the environment due to the high energy consumption during their production. This study employed a SWOT-TOWS analysis to determine the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the basic construction materials used for sustainable building. Its purpose was to compile all construction materials and evaluate them using the same technological, environmental, and socio-economic indicators. The results of the analysis allowed for the comparison of materials in terms of their usability in sustainable construction and provided the opportunity to determine strategies for their further application, thereby filling the research gap in this area. Taking into account care of the natural environment, the article presents current trends in modern sustainable construction in the world. Using SWOT analysis, the advantages and disadvantages of sustainable construction were indicated, and the economic, social, legal, environmental, and technological barriers to their development were discussed. Particular attention was paid to the use of pro-ecological technologies that reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

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  • Monika Zajemska & Dorota Wojtyto & Joanna Michalik & Szymon Berski, 2025. "Review of Current Trends in Sustainable Construction," Energies, MDPI, vol. 18(10), pages 1-42, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jeners:v:18:y:2025:i:10:p:2559-:d:1656302
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