by Shane Henson — March 14, 2012—The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA), formed to be the provincial voice of British Columbia’s dynamic construction industry, has released A Study on the Risks and Liabilities of Green Building. While green building practices have been lauded worldwide and by the BCCA itself, the research paper takes an in-depth look at the inherent risks and potential liabilities that are beginning to emerge as a result of the trend towards green building practices and requirements.
“Our association is very supportive of sustainability in the built environment,” states Manley McLachlan, president of BCCA. “However, we recognize that any time our members are faced with the need to embrace new concepts, it is essential to investigate the broader consequences to the industry. Liability is always a large factor to be considered.”
The BCCA represents approximately 2,000 open-shop and union companies. It has the largest representation of industrial, commercial, institutional and multifamily residential construction companies and a long track record of participation in procurement practices and industry standards. The association includes four affiliated regional associations (centered in Kelowna, Prince George, Vancouver and Victoria), and its membership includes general and trade contractors, and manufacturers, suppliers and allied services.
