Abstract
The construction industry contributes significantly to the economic growth of developing countries
including South Africa. The industry adds value to the quality of life of its citizen through the provision
of necessary infrastructures. Notwithstanding its importance and contributions, the industry has been
recognised as one of the largest environmental polluters. Its activities have significant impact on the
quality of life of people and the environment. As such, sustainable development was recognised as
prominent element for the improvement of quality of life through the maximisation and efficient use of
natural resources to address issue related to social, economic and environment. Thus, this paper
investigates the environmental sustainability dimensions that can influence the promotion of
sustainable construction ideas in the South African construction industry. The participants were
selected through non-probability convenience sampling techniques...