Tuesday, 2nd May 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm KSA time
1. Context and rationale
This proposed webinar is addressing the need for environmental protection and is being organized in collaboration between the Project Procurement & Financial Management (PPFM) Division of the IsDB and the Federation of Contractors in Islamic Countries (FOCIC).
The environmental impact of construction is huge. The construction industry is responsible for substantial amounts of greenhouse gas emissions, construction and demolition waste. This industry also accounts for significant consumption of energy and fresh water supplies.
Green Public Procurement (GPP) is a critical concept and key driver in MDBs procurement reforms to meet SDG 12.7. Over the years, most MDBs have considered Environmental Requirements in their New Procurement framework and member countries have adopted environmental laws and regulations to protect natural resources and minimize irreversible undesirable changes.
Therefore, promoting understanding of Environmental Requirements and enhancing collaboration amongst MDBs, architects, engineers, building designers, contractors and material manufacturers is key to protection of the environment.
2. Issues to be Addressed
- Role of the FOCIC as a federation bringing together contractors’ federations from 27 IsDB Member Countries.
- International best practices in environmental risk assessment and management for developmental projects,
- IsDB’s environmental requirements in the New Procurement Framework of 2019.
- Actions to be taken by Contractors when implementing projects to ensure environmental protection.