CIVIL ENGINEERING'S EVOLVING ROLE IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: TRENDS AND CHALLENGES

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https://doi.org/10.47230/ra.v7i1.57

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construcción, desarrollo sostenible, construcción sostenible, economía circular, energías renovables

Abstract

Civil engineering plays a fundamental role in shaping the built environment and promoting sustainable development. This article presents a critical review of the current role and future perspectives of civil engineering in the context of sustainability. Through an analysis of contemporary literature, it explores advances in the adoption of low environmental impact materials and technologies in the construction sector. It also discusses trends in sustainable urban design and planning, integration of renewable energies, and management of resources and waste from a circular economy perspective. The article also examines barriers and challenges that hinder the effective implementation of sustainable practices in civil engineering. It concludes that, although promising innovations exist, a sustained effort is required in different areas to achieve the full incorporation of sustainability in this field.

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Published

2024-03-28

How to Cite

Zavala Vásquez, C. J., Lino Calle. , V., Cordero Garcés, M. O., & Sornoza Parrales, D. . (2024). CIVIL ENGINEERING’S EVOLVING ROLE IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: TRENDS AND CHALLENGES. REVISTA ALCANCE, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.47230/ra.v7i1.57