Climate Risk Analysis for Construction Firm
Client:
Confidential
Location:
United Kingdom
Project Type:
- Climate Resilience
- Environmental & Regulatory
- Planning & Consulting
Market Type:
Industrial
Key Takeaways
Temperatures Reducing Worker Productivity
Rising temperatures are causing a decline in productivity, particularly in the southeastern part of the UK.
Safety Hazards Are Increasing
As temperatures rise, the likelihood of accidents increases for all workers.
Schedule Must Be Adapted
The reduction in productivity is resulting in longer schedules and increased costs to all firms.
Construction Productivity Impacts from Heat
Climate challenges are significantly disrupting construction schedules. Extreme heat is lowering productivity because workers need longer and more frequent breaks to cope with the high temperatures. Additionally, extreme precipitation events are causing delays by temporarily closing construction sites due to standing water. These disruptions are financially straining the industry, as delays directly lead to increased costs.
Resilient Analytics served as the physical risk consultant for this project, tasked with analyzing potential increases in heat and precipitation events across the UK. The team also needed to translate these increases into cost projections for the construction company. This analysis was required at a county-level scale throughout the UK.
The team used client inputs to create risk and cost profiles for each county, considering various timelines and climate scenarios. These profiles were essential for internal strategic planning purposes.
Solutions
Proactively assessing, planning for and adapting to major weather events and rising temperatures is essential for long-term sustainability. Stanley Consultants is leveraging Resilient Analytics to deliver data-driven solutions that prioritize human safety, safeguard communities and protect capital investments.
At Stanley Consultants, we understand that planning and consulting include every aspect of engineering. Using advanced tools and methods, we deliver designs and master plans focused on longevity, resilience and sustainability to address today's challenges and tomorrow's opportunities.
At Stanley Consultants, we help clients navigate the complex world of environmental regulations and the challenges of a changing climate through proactive and sustainable environmental engineering solutions. Our team of engineering consultants provides comprehensive support services and innovative solutions to stay compliant and protect the environment. As a leading environmental engineering firm, we're dedicated to guiding your projects toward a sustainable and resilient future.
