Development of an Application for Environmental Certifications in Civil Construction

promotion of Sustainability and Efficient Practices

Abstract

The construction industry is recognized as one of the main contributors to environmental degradation. The environmental impacts throughout the life cycle of a building are significant, posing a challenge to make the sector more sustainable. The use of environmental certifications, such as LEED, AQUA, and Casa Azul + Caixa, has been highlighted as an efficient strategy to mitigate the environmental impacts associated with construction. To make these certifications more accessible and understandable for architecture and engineering professionals, as well as to promote the adoption of sustainable practices in the industry, the development of a mobile application is proposed. This application will not only provide information on the criteria and requirements of environmental certifications but will also assist in the architectural design phase, aiming to make projects more sustainable. It is believed that this initiative will not only contribute to the dissemination and expansion of the use of environmental certifications in construction but will also bring significant economic, social, and environmental benefits to the industry and society as a whole.