Certificações Ambientais na construção civil: uma análise comparativa sob a visão dos gestores

Abstract

The current scenario of the ecosystem is marked by the growth of industrial activities and, consequently, a high consumption of natural resources, which has led to an increase in discussions about sustainability and environmental risks. Civil construction, as an area that generates major environmental impacts in the production chain, has raised the need for specific environmental certifications to encourage, promote and monitor practices. This present work aims to analyze the common requirements between Selo Casa Azul, LEED and AQUA-HQE certifications and identify the practices adopted by construction companies. A detailed study was carried out on these certification systems, preparing a comparative matrix between the criteria and conducting a field survey with managers of construction companies. The research characterized as qualitative and was carried out through structured interviews. At the end of the study, it was found that companies adopted consumption practices. As a suggestion for future research, it is important to investigate which practices are most valued by future buyers, as well as the cost of implementing certifications and the rate of adoption of environmental certification processes in Brazil. This study contributes to the knowledge of the practices adopted by companies in the sector and can serve as a basis for the implementation of more effective actions in favor of environmental preservation.