Sustainability

Question 1

What is sustainability in project delivery?

Answer 1

Sustainability is the balance of the environmental, social, economic, and administrative considerations that impact a project.

Question 2

What are the environmental considerations?

Answer 2

1. Climate change
2. Biodiversity
3. Energy efficiency

Question 3

What are the social considerations?

Answer 3

1. Diversity and inclusion
2. Human rights
3. Community consultation

Question 4

What are the economic considerations?

Answer 4

1. Affordability
2. Profit
3. Risk management

Question 5

What are the administrative considerations?

Answer 5

1. Legislation
2. Regulation
3. Health and safety
4. Resource efficiency

Question 6

How can sustainability measures be monitored and reported?

Answer 6

1. Proactive tools and techniques (e.g. sustainability accounting standards)
2. Measures and metrics (e.g. KPIs, carbon/energy data)
3. Positive or adverse impact on change initiative (e.g. project outputs, outcomes, and benefits)