The perception of the environmental
aspect in the construction industry is a necessity for
the management of innovation in the companies of this
industry. Construction industry has a great impact on
the environment, especially in terms of energy
consumption and energy saving. This study
empirically analyses companies in the construction
industry in Serbia with the aim to investigating how
the application of the energy certification process
indicates environmental benefits and improves the
innovation behaviour of these companies. The results
are important for the management of the construction
industry