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Keeping the faith

By: Series: Construction News ; (Supplement)(6819) June/July 2003, 6-10(4)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Discusses whether new methods of measuring firms' commitment to sustainability and other social objectives will have an impact on suppliers and contractors. Argues that firms need to be able to show their dedication to sustainability and suggests methods of measurability such as membership of the Considerate Constructors Scheme. Recommends firms include such measures within their operational structure and maintain a balance between what can be standardised and what should remain flexible. Diagram.

Discusses whether new methods of measuring firms' commitment to sustainability and other social objectives will have an impact on suppliers and contractors. Argues that firms need to be able to show their dedication to sustainability and suggests methods of measurability such as membership of the Considerate Constructors Scheme. Recommends firms include such measures within their operational structure and maintain a balance between what can be standardised and what should remain flexible. Diagram.