Independent contractors play a vital role in the construction sector, offering flexibility and expertise to keep projects running efficiently. Overregulating these professionals would create unnecessary financial burdens for small businesses and limit the industry’s ability to scale in response to demand. A NET-ZERO FUTURE As part of its long-term strategy, Master Builders Australia has committed to Sustainability Goals 2050, an industry-wide effort to support a net-zero built environment. “We launched our sustainability goals last year and have since been tracking progress annually,” Wawn explains.“The first pillar is about achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, which is no small feat given the transition required across materials, processes, and regulations.” Beyond emissions, the federation is tackling waste reduction and water conservation. With construction generating significant material waste, the organization works with international partners to adopt best practices in circular economy principles. 19 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 03 MASTER BUILDERS AUSTRALIA
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