Does building information modelling facilitate extended producer responsibility: an exploratory study of the construction sector

The proposed work investigates the role of building information modelling (BIM) in facilitating the regulatory landscape of extended producer responsibility (EPR) in the Indian construction sector (CS). An exploratory study was conducted among 319 professionals from the CS, BIM and waste management sectors. The analysis was performed using partial least squares structural equation modelling. The findings revealed that waste minimisation and planning functions (β = 0.271, p < .05), digital records and automated compliance documentation features (β = 0.763, p < .05) of BIM significantly contribute to EPR. The descriptive statistics revealed that Autodesk Revit and Autodesk BIM 360 are widely used BIM software, mainly in 3D modelling. More than 50% of the professionals urge the need for tailored EPR software for better management of CS waste streams. The study emphasises that market demand and the regulatory policy landscape are driving factors for the adoption of EPR in CS. Further, the industry readiness in the adoption of BIM in EPR can be achieved through capacity building, digital compliance frameworks and stakeholder collaboration. Establishing the BIM-linked EPR can help in minimising resource wastage and can promote the circular economy in the CS, thereby supporting the Sustainable Development Goals.