Delhi Union Minister Urges Green Construction Practices

Construction workers in Delhi are facing job losses due to a ban on construction activities, implemented to combat the city's hazardous air quality. Raju Singh, a mason, highlighted the financial struggles caused by these restrictions, which have become an annual occurrence. Concurrently, the U.S. federal government is investing $1.19 billion in grants for state transportation departments to promote the use of low carbon construction materials, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the infrastructure sector. A report indicates that over 70% of European construction managers have experienced project delays due to severe weather events, emphasizing the need for resilience in construction practices. Union Minister Piyush Goyal in India has called for the real estate sector to adopt environmentally friendly construction methods to mitigate air pollution and improve urban housing. The combined challenges of air quality, climate change, and construction practices highlight the urgent need for sustainable solutions across the construction industry globally.