An analysis on the presentation, be sure to do the following:

• Assess the conceptualization, analysis, and synthesis of key research concepts presented.
• Evaluate whether the presentation provides a cohesive summary of the assigned concepts with an effective evaluation of their implications for research in sustainability, as well as sustainability business practices and social change initiatives.
• Assess whether the presenter made a meaningful academic argument or interpretation that demonstrated fluency with the material.

Presentation on Trends and Innovation in Sustainability

Open Analysis of Resources

Trends and innovation in sustainability have evolved to support development and opportunity. Sustainability refers to the ability of business to meet the needs of the present while maintaining the ability for future generations to meet their own needs (Borgert Armani et al., 2020). Sustainability has multiple focuses, including environmental, social, and economic factors. One specific recent trend in sustainability is the introduction of Green Buildings. Green buildings are structures designed and built to impact the environment sustainably (Ruliyanta et al., 2023).

According to Ruliyanta et al. (2023), green building is essential to environmental conservation. Green buildings can develop strategies to ensure future generations live in clean, health-conscious environments (Ruliyanta et al., 2023). This week's general theme in all resources focuses on ensuring future generations can meet their needs.

Emerging Themes in Resources

-Sustainability concepts that emerged in the 1960s and have continued to evolve to adjust to present-day practices (Martinez-Osorio et al., 2017)

-Sustainable innovations are essential to economic growth (Mazzanti, 2018).

-Sustainable organizations involve commitment by leaders who employ strategies to reach sustainability goals (Borgert Armani et al., 2020).

-Sustainability has three key areas of focus: environmental, social, and economic factors.

The emerging themes are a synthesis of the resources related to this subject. The emerging themes focused on why sustainability is an essential business objective and the emerging themes that were found.

Research Topic

Research indicates that the development of Green Buildings aligns with sustainability objectives to reduce the cost, duration, and carbon admissions linked to traditional construction projects (Pan, 2023). Thus far, the outcomes of green building have had environmental, economic, and societal benefits (Meena et al., 2022). The development of green buildings could lead to benefits for future generations.

Using energy-efficient technology in green buildings is linked to reducing energy consumption (Blackburne et al., 2022). Concepts like LED lighting, solar panels, energy-efficient windows, and green roofs are all examples of technologies used to achieve sustainability (Meena et al., 2022). These ideas have aided in reducing the energy that is used.

Sustainability trends have advanced since the early 1960s when the focus on using renewable resources was developed (Martinez-Osorio et al., 2017). Green Buildings gained momentum in the late 20th century as construction leaders used a sustainability lens in their development (Zhang et al., 2021). Green buildings have made advancements that have contributed to a more sustainable construction industry transformation.

Green buildings have aided in the advancement of environmentally aware construction. This awareness was driven by the knowledge that environmental issues, technological innovation, and the desire to create more sustainable buildings were the growing focus of businesses (Zhang et al., 2021). Green buildings use energy-efficient materials and operations to increase the quality of life for those who enter them (Xiang et al., 2022). These buildings offer environmental advancements that will continue to be developed over time.

Background Information Topic

Sustainable Green Building development has progressed over time.

• 1970's- Oil crisis prompts awareness of energy consumption and its impact
• 1998-Introduction of the LEED program (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
• 2000's- Advancement in technology and materials

According to research, green buildings have developed over time to advance energy efficiency and influence positive eco-design (Blackburn et al., 2022).

The development of green buildings has been shaped by a combination of environmental awareness, technology innovation, policy development, and a growing understanding of the vital need for sustainable options in the construction industry (Adrian-Cosmin et al., 2023).

Areas of Future Research

Although the construction field related to Green Buildings has advanced over time, there still needs to be more knowledge indicating further research. The main areas for further research are the following:

1. People are apprehensive of new changes and understating green building technology (Zang et al., 2021)
2. The cost of Green Building construction materials remains high since they are not readily available on the market (Meena et al., 2022).
3. Green Building posts additional certification methods that can be complex to understand and follow (Meena et al., 2022).

Green buildings are still new to the construction trade, and more research is needed to support sustainable construction consistently. The central knowledge gap that requires further research is the general understanding of building and sustaining green buildings (Zhang et al., 2021). People are often very nervous about changing building practices due to the complexity of building construction, and green buildings add a vital knowledge base to be successful (Pan, 2023).

Cost and availability of sustainable materials can also serve as a barrier to green building since materials are not always readily available. Certification methods offer additional barriers that need further research to ease licensing of green buildings.

Evaluation and Positive Social Change

Sustainability is needed to ensure our future generation's success and health (Mazzanti, 2018). Business leaders adapt their strategic plans to incorporate sustainable measures into their daily practices. Sustainability is multifaceted and requires all areas of business to invest in balanced resources for the future (Borgert Armani et al., 2020). One specific trend in sustainability is the development of Green buildings.Green buildingsare structures that are constructed and maintained in a resource-efficient manner (Zhang et al., 2021).

Green buildings positively impact social change by influencing various aspects of communities and individuals' environment, health, and opportunity. Green buildings improve air quality, improving the occupants' health and wellness (Adrian-Cosmin et al., 2023). Creating Green buildings reduces the strain on environmental infrastructure and assists in climate change resilience (Adrian-Cosmin et al., 2023). These ideas are just a few of the many connections that Green Building has on social change. Although future research is needed, it is clear there are positive impacts that green construction has on business sustainability.