Durability
Our work for a sustainable
future in the construction
industry
At Luggude Bygg, we actively work to identify areas where we can make a difference. By setting clear goals and continuously monitoring our progress, we create a sustainable business that contributes to a better future.
“Sustainability goals are not about justifying what we are already doing – but about clarifying what we need to change to enable truly sustainable development.”
(Carlsson, 2020, p. 105)
Climate impact in the construction industry
The construction and civil engineering sector accounts for as much greenhouse gas emissions as Sweden’s entire passenger car fleet.
(Swedish Construction Industry, 2014)
Materials account for 80% of emissions
Choice of materials has the greatest impact on a building’s overall carbon footprint.
Transport and the construction process account for the remaining 20% of emissions
Efficient construction processes and optimized transport can reduce climate impact.
40-80% of the climate impact of the construction process comes from steel & concrete structures.
Reduced use of cement and steel structures can significantly reduce emissions.
Design - the key to reduced emissions
The largest carbon footprint for a building is determined early on – in the design phase. This is where the choice of materials, design and construction processes are determined. By making conscious choices at this stage, emissions from a property can be significantly reduced over its lifetime.
Smart planning
Through careful planning and design, we can:
• Optimize material use and reduce waste
• Choose the right material for the right purpose
• Plan for the entire life cycle of the building
• Create conditions for energy-efficient operation
• Enable future reuse and recycling
Sustainable material choices
Choosing the right materials is crucial for the building’s climate impact:
• Wood instead of concrete where possible
• Recycled and reused materials
• Locally produced materials to reduce transport emissions
• Materials with low climate impact in the production stage
• Materials with a long lifespan and low maintenance requirements
Efficient construction process
An optimized construction process reduces resource use and emissions:
• Prefabrication to reduce waste and streamline work
• Coordinated transport and deliveries
• Fossil-free construction machinery and vehicles
• Efficient waste management on the construction site
• Digital tools for planning and monitoring
Circular flows and waste management
At Luggude Bygg, we have always strived for the least possible environmental impact in our construction projects, which is why we apply these principles to our construction projects:
Circular construction production
Circular construction production is about:
• Minimizing waste through careful planning
• Reusing building materials when possible
• Sorting waste for maximum recycling
• Designing buildings for future dismantling
• Choosing materials that can be recycled or reused
Our waste management goals
At Luggude Bygg we are actively working to:
• Reduce the total amount of construction waste by 20% by 2025
• Increase the proportion of sorted waste to 95%
• Completely eliminate landfill of recyclable materials
• Implement recycling inventory in all demolition projects
• Train all staff in circular construction
Our sustainability work
Would you like to know more about how we at Luggude Bygg work with sustainability in our projects? Contact us to discuss how we can help you with your next sustainable construction project.