Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Conference Paper Faculty Publications- Conference Papers Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Roy, Ron V.; Beulah, M. Title A name given to the resource Construction Waste: Key Causes and Reduction Approaches Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering;Volume;738 LNCE;pp.53-62 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-95-1495-3_5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-95-1495-3_5</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105021806132?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105021806132?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Roy R.V., Christ University, Bangalore, India; Beulah M., Christ University, Bangalore, India Description An account of the resource The construction industry is a significant contributor to global waste, with Construction and Demolition (C&amp;D) waste comprising a substantial portion. This paper investigates the key causes and reduction approaches. Key sources of waste include material offcuts, packaging, and unused materials due to excess procurement or design changes. Factors that exacerbate waste include inadequate project planning, poor site management, and insufficient worker training. Economic factors often favor new materials over recycled ones due to cost and time concerns. Rapid urbanization and redevelopment further escalate C&amp;D waste as older buildings are demolished for new construction. Technological advancements and innovative methods, such as prefabrication and modular construction, have the potential to reduce waste generation. However, traditional construction practices and resistance to change impede widespread adoption. This paper highlights the urgent need for integrated waste management strategies, emphasizing the roles of policy, education, and technology in reducing C&amp;D waste. Sustainable practices, such as using recycled materials, improving on-site waste segregation, and adopting circular economy principles, are crucial for minimizing the environmental impact of construction activities. Addressing these factors is essential for achieving sustainability in the construction industry and supporting global environmental conservation efforts. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2025. Subject The topic of the resource Environmental impact; Material efficiency; Resource conservation; Sustainable construction; urban development; Waste generation factors Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH Relation A related resource ISSN: 23662557; ISBN: 978-981951494-6; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Conference paper Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online