International Journal of Advance Civil Engineering and Technology ISSN: 3107-7374 (Online)

Authors: Rahul Sirohi, Sanjeev Kumar

Abstract: As the global concern for environmental sustainability intensifies, the construction industry plays a pivotal role in adopting sustainable practices. Green building certification systems have emerged as essential tools to assess and promote sustainable construction practices worldwide. This paper presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of the most prominent green building certification systems used in different countries. The study aims to identify similarities, differences, strengths, and weaknesses of these systems, ultimately contributing to a better understanding of their effectiveness in advancing sustainable construction practices.

Keywords: Urban Sustainable construction, Green building certification systems, Comparative analysis, LEED, BREEAM, Green Star, DGNB, CASBEE, Environmental impact assessment, Economic viability, Social considerations, Harmonization, Incentives for green building, Global collaboration, Knowledge sharing.