Tech-driven Decarbonisation in Construction

In this video discussion, Andrew Knight engages in a conversation with Brittany Harris, co-founder of Qualis Flow, a technology company focused on sustainability and data management in the construction industry. Brittany's background as a civil engineer and her passion for making construction more responsible and sustainable are highlighted. They discuss the impact of data and technology on the built and natural environment, with a focus on decarbonisation, quality control, and cost management in construction projects. The conversation revolves around the practical implications of using technology like Qflow to capture and manage data, improve transparency, and enhance decision-making across the supply chain. The interview emphasises the importance of approaching data-driven solutions incrementally and with a strong focus on addressing specific business challenges. In this video, the following topic areas are covered:

• Data Collection for Sustainability: Using technology to collect data on materials, waste, and carbon emissions across the construction supply chain, enabling better transparency and accountability.
• Quality Control and Compliance: Leveraging technology to verify the quality and certification of materials used in construction projects, ensuring compliance with sustainability standards.
• Carbon Emission Tracking: Employing data and machine learning to track and quantify carbon emissions associated with materials sourcing, transportation, and construction processes.
• Impact on Cost Management: Utilising data-driven insights to streamline cost management, invoice verification, and prompt payment processes by enhancing transparency and accuracy.
• Holistic Project Portfolio Optimisation: Exploring how data-driven insights can optimise an entire portfolio of construction projects by identifying trends, best practices, and opportunities for improvement.
• Business-Focused Approach: Emphasising the importance of aligning technology solutions with specific business challenges, adopting an incremental approach to achieve meaningful ROI and outcomes.

More information regarding the Tech Partner Programme and our partner Qualis Flow can be found at www.rics.org/techpartner