Memorias de Sostenibilidad e Innovación del Sector de la Construcción en la Zona Huetar Caribe de Costa Rica y su Contribución al logro de los ODS

The project "Sustainability and Innovation Reports of the Construction Sector in the Huetar Caribe Zone of
Costa Rica and its Contribution to Achieving the SDGs" aims to address the environmental and social
challenges faced by the construction sector in Costa Rica, one of the most polluting sectors in the country.
The research will focus on construction and infrastructure companies in the Huetar Caribe Zone, using data
from the College of Engineers and Architects, which regulates and grants permits to these companies.
The main objective of the project is to develop sustainability reports that serve as public documents on the
economic, environmental, and social impacts of organizations in the sector. These reports will not only
document the positive and negative contributions to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
but will also seek to establish a comprehensive evaluation model that effectively measures these
contributions.
The research will be conducted over a two-year period, from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026.
During this time, various activities will be carried out, including data collection, analysis of sustainable
practices, and the development of a diagnosis on the current situation of the sector. The expected results
of this research will provide practical and viable recommendations for improving sustainability in
construction, involving stakeholders in the review and communication process of the results.
The project also includes the training of sector actors in implementing improvements based on the research
findings. An action plan will be developed that not only presents the results but also establishes a
methodological framework for the continuous evaluation of sustainable practices in construction.
The anticipated impact of this project is significant, as it seeks not only to mitigate the negative effects of
the construction sector on the environment but also to contribute to the sustainable development of the
region. By promoting transparency and accountability through sustainability reports, it is expected that
companies in the sector will adopt more responsible practices aligned with the SDGs.
In summary, this project represents a crucial opportunity to transform the construction sector in Costa Rica,
promoting sustainability and innovation. Through collaboration between researchers, companies, and
communities, the aim is to create a model that not only benefits the industry but also contributes to the
social and environmental well-being of the Huetar Caribe region and the country as a whole

Desarrollar un modelo de evaluación integral para medir las contribuciones de las organizaciones del sector de la construcción en la zona Huetar Caribe de Costa Rica a los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS), que promueva el intercambio y la potenciación del conocimiento innovador en prácticas de sostenibilidad entre Costa Rica y Colombia, con el fin de fortalecer las capacidades del sector para implementar estrategias ambientales efectivas y mejorar el impacto positivo en el medio ambiente.

1. Emprendimiento e Innovación
2. Entorno y gestión de negocios
3. Gestión Pública y Desarrollo