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    Lean integrated circular economy in the Sri Lankan construction industry: a qualitative Delphi study
    (Ceylon Institute of Builders, 2025) Vijayakumar, H; Ranadewa K.A.T.O; Weerakoon, P; Weerakoon, P; Jayanetti J.K.D.D.T
    The construction industry is known for its significant environmental impact and waste generation. To address this issue, the concept of Circular Economy (CE) has emerged, aiming to minimise waste and maximise resource utilisation. However, there are several barriers which impede the implementation of the CE concept in the construction industry. Therefore, this research aims to incorporate the lean concept to overcome the barriers of CE implementation in the construction industry. Therefore, this research develops a framework for a lean-enabled CE in the construction industry. The qualitative approach is used for this paper, and the Delphi technique was adopted. Purposive sampling was used to select the experts for the study, and data were analysed through manual content analysis. The findings revealed 10 benefits from CE and 12 benefits from Lean were identified, along with 8 benefits of CE and Lean integration. Furthermore, 19 barriers were identified towards this integration, and 12 strategies were identified to overcome these barriers. This study also provides a comprehensive mapping between CE and Lean implementation benefits, their integration benefits and barriers, and strategies. In addition, integrating lean and CE for the construction industry can lead to many significant benefits, such as cost savings, improved environmental performance, and enhanced stakeholder engagement.
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    THE APPLICABILITY OF CARBON EMISSION ESTIMATION WITH BIM ENVIRONMENT: SRI LANKAN CONTEXT
    (Ceylon Institute of Builders, 2025) Perera D.A.M.V; Allis C; Perera B.K.C; Lokuge A
    The global construction industry is increasingly adopting sustainable practices and advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impacts. Within this context, managing carbon emissions has emerged as a critical component of sustainable development, with Building Information Modelling (BIM) serving as a pivotal tool in this pursuit. While developed countries have already integrated BIM and carbon emission estimates, there is a notable opportunity for similar advancements in developing countries, potentially leading to significant progress within the industry. Hence, this paper aims to explore the applicability of implementing BIM for carbon emission estimations in the Sri Lankan construction industry. A comprehensive review of existing literature identified the importance of carbon emission simulations, BIM implementation strategies and estimation procedures in other countries. Further, this research involved a survey to assess the familiarity and experience levels of construction professionals with BIM tools for carbon emission estimations in Sri Lanka. Findings from the research point to Autodesk Insight as the primary software tool used within the industry. While the industry demonstrates an awareness of these processes, its progress is hampered by a lack of experience in using these technologies for carbon emission estimation scenarios and the absence of crucial databases such as Environmental Product Declarations. The study recommends enhancing industry capacity through targeted training and the adoption of advanced tools. It also encourages further research to assess the compatibility of BIM technologies in the local context, aiming to bridge the gap and drive sustainable transformation in Sri Lanka’s construction sector.
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    TOWARDS SUCCESSFUL IMPLEMENTATION OF OFFSITE CONSTRUCTION IN SRI LANKA: BARRIERS AND STRATEGIES
    (Ceylon Institute of Builders, 2025) Manodya L.P.T.; Bandara R.P.H.S; Buddhini P.H.Y
    The construction industry has significantly progressed by incorporating modern construction technologies. Offsite building is growing in popularity, yet it continues to face resistance from the built environment market and the construction industry. Offsite construction (OSC) is gaining recognition globally as a sustainable, efficient, and innovative alternative to traditional construction methods. In Sri Lanka, despite the evident benefits but OSC adoption remains limited due to several barriers. This research aims to investigate and identify strategies to overcome the barriers that hinder the successful implementation of OSC in building projects in Sri Lanka. Accordingly, the literature review highlighted the feasibility of OSC for the Sri Lankan construction industry and the advantages and barriers of OSC in the Sri Lankan context. Moreover, semi-structured expert interviews were conducted with 10 experts to gather data, and thematic analysis was used to analyze the collected interview data. Findings reveal that the primary barriers include high initial capital costs, lack of skilled labour, insufficient governmental support, limited public awareness, and a reliance on conventional construction practices. Additionally, logistical challenges, such as transporting prefabricated components, and the absence of standardized design codes further constrain OSC implementation. Despite these obstacles, the study emphasizes the transformative 5 potential strategies proposed for promoting the adoption of OSC in building projects in Sri Lanka. This strategy strives to empower Sri Lanka towards a more innovative, productive, and sustainable construction industry