2. Minimise pollution

Pollution from the construction process can take many forms other than the pollution to the atmosphere of greenhouse gasses. In the most extreme cases contractors could find themselves being prosecuted by the Environment Agency for breaches of the Environment Act (1995) and, if found guilty, fined. However pollution from construction sites can take many forms that may escape the notice of the relevant authorities, but can still damage the local environment. Oil and fuel spillages, fly-tipping, and mud/silt from sites or lorry wheels are perhaps the most common causes of pollution from construction.
Many of the materials commonly used in construction can also pose a pollution risk in their manufacture or in use.

Joint UK-Sweden Initiative on Sustainable Construction