Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

Parsons connects healthier construction with contractors, material procurement, circular design and changing professional practice. The course examines how material systems can contribute to broader environmental and social goals. It suits learners who want to question the choices behind a sustainability proposal and connect design intentions with the realities of project execution.

What you will learn

• Examine contractor and procurement responsibilities.
• Explore circular design and material-system choices.
• Connect design goals with construction practice.

Who this suits

Intermediate learners interested in sustainable construction and design, prepared to examine trade-offs rather than rely on a product’s environmental label.

Before you enroll

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Put it into practice

Compare two material strategies for a fictional project. Record reuse potential, procurement constraints and missing evidence before recommending a choice.

Source and review

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