Robotics and Sustainable Technologies in Construction: A Unified Perspective

10 pages•Published: June 2, 2026

Sanjeev Adhikari, Adeebuddin Hussaini Mohammed, Sandeep Langar, Tulio Sulbaran and Rachel Mosier

Abstract

As the construction industry becomes increasingly aware of the environmental of building activities and material consumption throughout the project lifecycle, efforts to integrate sustainable practices have intensified. From remotely controlled drones surveying sites to large-scale 3D printers fabricating wall and slab modules, and robotic arms for precise assembly, the industry is cutting significantly on material waste and embodied energy. Yet, there are challenges to the adoption of these technologies, such as zoning regulations, insurance policies, and the continued need for codified professional expertise in programming and mechanics. Because the industry remains one of the world's largest emitters of greenhouse gases, the durability of low-carbon materials, smart design software, and modular optimization of energy consumption are just as much a product of smart design as disciplinary legislation. Inscribing such devices is only achievable with ongoing advocacy by policy makers, private organizations, and a continuous supply of expertise. Starting all projects with a circular metrics mindset is the strongest top-line revenue stream and most uniform climate plan in the same blueprints.

Keyphrases: 3d printing, automation and robotics, building information modeling, construction 4.0, internet of things, material efficiency, sustainable construction

In: Wesley Collins, Anthony Perrenoud and John Posillico (editors). Proceedings of Associated Schools of Construction 62nd Annual International Conference, vol 7, pages 415-424.

Links:	https://easychair.org/publications/paper/tVnT
	https://doi.org/10.29007/cld2

BibTeX entry

@inproceedings{ASC2026:Robotics_Sustainable_Technologies_Construction,
  author    = {Sanjeev Adhikari and Adeebuddin Hussaini Mohammed and Sandeep Langar and Tulio Sulbaran and Rachel Mosier},
  title     = {Robotics and Sustainable Technologies in Construction: A Unified Perspective},
  booktitle = {Proceedings of Associated Schools of Construction 62nd Annual International Conference},
  editor    = {Wesley Collins and Anthony Perrenoud and John Posillico},
  series    = {EPiC Series in Built Environment},
  volume    = {7},
  publisher = {EasyChair},
  bibsource = {EasyChair, https://easychair.org},
  issn      = {2632-881X},
  url       = {/publications/paper/tVnT},
  doi       = {10.29007/cld2},
  pages     = {415-424},
  year      = {2026}}

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