Study goals
The study evaluates sustainable actions on residential construction sites in Guarujá, São Paulo, applying a validated checklist to four projects The results reveal different levels of sustainability, advances in waste management, and neighborhoods The research reinforces the importance of sustainable planning aligned
Relevance / originality
The study is relevant and original because it investigates sustainable practices on construction sites in Guarujá, São Paulo, addressing environmental impacts that are still little explored in the initial phase of construction, proposing an unprecedented checklist as a practical tool for assessing.
Methodology / approach
A qualitative, exploratory, multiple case study was used, applying a validated checklist to four residential construction projects, combined with interviews and on-site observations, to classify the level of sustainable practices and propose improvements in the environmental management of the construction sites.
Main results
The projects presented varying levels of sustainability: two rated "good" and two "very good." Deficiencies in resource conservation were observed, but progress was made in waste management and neighborhood relations, reinforcing the importance of prior planning.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
This article contributes by proposing and validating a sustainability assessment checklist applicable to construction sites, expanding existing methodologies. It offers a framework that can be replicated in other contexts, strengthening the academic debate on sustainability in the construction execution phase.
Social / management contributions
The research highlights social and environmental benefits, such as waste reduction, neighborhood improvements, and workplace safety. For management, it provides a practical monitoring tool, guiding construction companies in adopting sustainable practices aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals.