1st Edition

Bridging Innovation and Sustainability in Construction Integrating Industry 6.0 with Sustainable Development

292 Pages 65 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

292 Pages 65 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

292 Pages 65 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

This book comprehensively analyzes Industry 6.0 and its integration with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the construction industry. Practical strategies and real-life case studies also help readers bridge the gap between advanced digital technologies and sustainable practices.  As the construction industry trends towards increased digitalization and an emphasis on... Read more

1. Introduction 2. Origins of Industry 6.0 3. Relationship of IR 6.0 with the Construction Industry 4. Construction's Role in SDGs and Industry 6.0 Integration 5. Worldwide Regulatory Frameworks 6. Key Findings from Case Studies 7. Defining the Future of IR 6.0 in Construction – Recommended Directions 8. Holistic Framework Proposal and Conclusion

Biography

Muhammad Irfan is the Manager of Project Development at the National Disaster Management Authority, Islamabad, Pakistan. He holds a bachelor's degree from UET, Taxila, and a Master's from NUST, Islamabad. He is pursuing a PhD at COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan, with a focus on carbon pricing mechanisms in the construction industry.

Muhammad Ali Musarat is a distinguished Civil Engineer specializing in Construction Engineering and Management, particularly in Automated and Digital Construction. He has a robust background in research and development, demonstrated by his numerous peer-reviewed publications, books authored, and multiple patents, which underscore his significant contributions to construction technology. Dr. Musarat serves as a reviewer for several leading international journals and holds editorial board positions with several reputed journals. His research focuses on the automation and digital transformation of construction processes, emphasizing innovative approaches that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and productivity in the built environment. Dr. Musarat is widely regarded in academic and industry circles as a forward-thinking expert driving the evolution of construction engineering.