Adoption of Sustainable Practices in the Construction Phase: A Review of Ten Representative Case Studies

The construction sector significantly contributes to the global environmental impact, with the construction phase being a critical moment for the sustainable managementof resources and emissions. This article presents an analysis of ten national and international case studies where sustainability practices were adopted during the construction phase. The study is conducted alongside an analysis of ten environmental certification protocols and the Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) to evaluate the effectiveness of the practices applied in the case studies. The strategies analyzed include water resource management, emission reduction, material use optimization, and the adoption of digital solutions for monitoring construction activities. The results highlight the strengths and challenges of the projects examined, contributing to the definition of useful criteria for developing a future sustainability protocol specific to the construction phase. This integrated approach provides a concrete vision to guide the sector towards more responsible and environmentally-friendly construction practices.