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The Age of Unsustainable Construction

Why “Sustainable Construction” Has Become Unsustainable The episode argues that while “sustainable construction” now covers greener materials, renewable energy, recycling, and circular economy practices, the construction and demolition industry itself is becoming increasingly unsustainable. It highlights razor-thin margins driven by competitive tendering and a “race to the bottom,” claiming more than 8,000 companies have disappeared in two years. It also criticises expanding bureaucracy that requires dedicated admin staff, legal experts, and consultants, further eroding profitability. The script condemns workforce practices that push workers into self-employment, pay them as little as possible, and treat them as expendable, worsening skill shortages as few are replaced. Finally, it calls out “appearing green” through cleaner engines, HVO, electric or hydrogen machines, while overlooking the carbon cost of frequent equipment replacement and global travel, concluding that sustainable construction is itself unsustainable. 00:00 Sustainable Construction Buzzword 00:37 Race to the Bottom Margins 01:38 Bureaucracy Overload 02:29 Workforce Treated as Disposable 03:07 Skills Shortage Warning 03:35 Green Equipment Paradox 04:10 Appear Green Not Be Green 05:04 The Final Irony If you enjoyed this video or if you found it of value, please hit the Like button. If you REALLY enjoyed it, please consider subscribing. But if you REALLY REALLY enjoyed it, then head on over to http://www.buymeacoffee.com/demolitio... join our community and maybe even leave us a tip.