MEETING the SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Offsite construction is transforming how we build – faster, smarter, and more sustainably. By shifting the bulk of construction work to controlled factory environments, we reduce waste, emissions, and delays, all while creating safer working conditions and higher quality buildings. This innovation directly contributes to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
In 2016 our world leaders gathered at the UN to agree upon and enforce The Sustainable Development Goals. These 17 goals are formulated to be the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges we face, including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice.
While the 17 goals are wide-ranging, with detailed targets to achieve over the next 15 years, there are several goals to which green buildings can contribute in a significant way. This is why we are extremely dedicated to circular construction, offsite construction and energetic renovation at BuildUp.
How BuildUp aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals?
SDG 8 – Decent work & economic growth
- Safer factory environments reduce on-site accidents.
- Steady production workflows create more stable employment.
- Upskilling in digital tools and precision engineering boosts long-term career growth.
SDG 9 – Industry, innovation & infrastructure
- Offsite construction embraces BIM, automation, and modular thinking.
- It enables scalable infrastructure with fewer delays and less waste.
- Accelerated project delivery supports rapid urban growth and housing needs.
SDG 11 – Sustainable cities & communities
- Building offsite limits construction-site disruption and emissions.
- Modular homes and buildings are adaptable, relocatable, and designed for durability.
- Faster delivery helps meet urgent housing and public infrastructure demand.
SDG 12 – Responsible consumption & production
- Material waste is reduced by up to 90% through factory precision.
- Controlled environments enable accurate ordering, cutting, and recycling.
- Products can be disassembled, reused, or recycled for circular construction.
SDG 13 – Climate action
- Up to 40–50% fewer CO₂ emissions thanks to shorter construction times and reduced transport.
- Lower operational carbon through high-performance insulation and airtight building envelopes.
- Smart design tools (like BIM) allow full lifecycle carbon tracking.
At BuildUp, we build differently
We deliver sustainable impact at every step:
- In-house design and digital coordination
- Industrialised and standardised production
- Reduced material waste and carbon emissions
- Fast, clean, and safe on-site assembly
- Products designed for reuse and adaptability
Offsite construction is more than a method – it’s a mindset shift. One that supports better jobs, better buildings, and a better planet. With BuildUp, your project contributes to a more sustainable built environment aligned with global goals.
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