STUDY ON OPTIMIZING THE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS FOR SRI LANKAN HIGH RISE BUILDING IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Abstract

As the demand for high-rise buildings in Sri Lanka increases, its construction industry is evolving rapidly. Therefore, there is a very urgent need to enhance high-rise building construction using sustainable materials. The study focused on enhancing the use of sustainable materials for the construction of high-rise buildings in Sri Lanka, which would address the environmental, economic, and social issues. Green building practices are necessary to ensure carbon emission reduction, natural resource preservation, and energy efficiency, which all take great steps toward addressing global and regional environmental concerns. It compares various sustainable material options like fly ash concrete, recycled steel, bamboo, and locally made bricks with respect to lifecycle cost, environment impact, and social acceptability. The research investigates the enablers and barriers to such material uptake, in terms of cost, availability of materials, and knowledge among stakeholders. For long-term financial benefit through sustainable construction, reduced energy and maintenance costs are being considered, along with the generation of jobs locally, improved well-being among local communities, and other similar factors. It is aimed at delivering in-depth advice on optimizing sustainable material usage in high-rise building construction projects by utilizing quantitative data and qualitative insight. These guidelines integrate the many sustainability targets and pragmatic perceptions and therefore ensure that this industry plays its rightful role in fulfilling Sri Lanka's sustainable development targets. This study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between policymakers, construction professionals, and material providers in efforts to mainstream sustainable practice in the construction industry.