Bridging the Green Gap: Barriers to sustainable residential construction in Nigeria

Chukwuemeka Emezue, Saeed Nayeri, Amin Hosseinian Far, Dilshad Sarwar

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Abstract

This chapter investigates the pivotal role of sustainable residential construction in reducing environmental impacts, promoting economic viability, and contributing to societal well-being. The authors extensively explore the importance of sustainable residential construction in Nigeria, considering its rapid urbanisation, housing deficits, and the necessity for sustainable building techniques. Additionally, the chapter identifies barriers to sustainable residential construction in Nigeria, employing theoretical frameworks like Institutional Theory, Diffusion of Innovation Theory, Stakeholder Theory, and Resource Dependence Theory. Strategies to overcome the identified barriers are also highlighted in this study. Ultimately, the chapter concludes by advocating for a paradigm shift to-wards long-term sustainability, emphasising collaboration, innovation, and education to ensure Nigeria's role as a prominent advocate for sustainable construction practices.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationContemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices
Subtitle of host publicationA Roadmap for Transformation
EditorsAmin Hosseinian-Far, Ebenezer Laryea, Dilshad Sarwar, Oluwaseyi Omoloso, Chijioke Uba
Place of PublicationSwitzerland
PublisherSpringer Nature
Pages117–135
Number of pages19
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)978-3-031-62474-2
ISBN (Print)978-3-031-62473-5, 978-3-031-62476-6
DOIs
Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 20 Sept 2024

Publication series

NameCSR, Sustainability, Ethics and Governance
VolumePart F3442
ISSN (Print)2196-7075
ISSN (Electronic)2196-7083

Keywords

  • BREEAM
  • Construction industry
  • LEED
  • Residential buildings
  • Sustainability

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