Environmental sustainability - a driver for innovation in construction SMEs?

摘要: [Abstract]: While there is increased emphasis on sustainability in the construction industry, it uncertain whether SME sector sees as a driver of innovation. This lack concern could occur for several reasons, such material cost, uncertainty regarding potential risks associated with sustainable practices, perceived business benefit, and informed client demand. To explore issues, sample smaller domestic builders South East Queensland were asked, part broader study innovation these firms, to provide their views environmentally building practices. number firms identified related innovations important, responses less clear respect environmental innovation. This paper uses this research examine suggest approaches enhance