Tunji-Olayeni, P; Kajimo-Shakantu, K and Osunrayi, E (2020) Practitioners' experiences with the drivers and practices for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria: A qualitative assessment. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 9(4), pp. 443-465. ISSN 2046-6099
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to assess the drivers, practices and policies for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria. This is with a view towards increasing the rate of implementation and diffusion of sustainable construction practice, so that more Nigerians can benefit from its environmental, social and economic dividends. Design/methodology/approach: This study adopted a qualitative research design with the use of face-to-face oral interviews. Interviewees were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data from the interview were analysed using thematic analysis. Descriptive statistics of frequencies, percentages and rankings were also used to present the data and complement the thematic analysis. Findings: The study identified five major drivers of sustainable construction: clients' demand, international pressure, corporate social responsibility, competitiveness and cost-effectiveness. The common sustainable practices adopted by the interviewees are compliance with health and safety regulation, waste management, energy efficiency and material reuse. The most appropriate policies for implementing sustainable construction as suggested by the interviewees were government regulations, provision of tax relief and subsidies and public awareness. A combination of regulatory policies, market-based policies and voluntary participation of stakeholders will enhance the attainment of sustainability transformations in the construction industry Originality/value: The study is based on the findings of construction participants who have practical experience with sustainable construction in Nigeria. The study also provides empirical evidences which could guide the design and implementation of policies that will further promote the diffusion of sustainable construction in Nigeria
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | climate change; drivers; Nigeria; policy instruments; sustainable construction |
| Index terms: | sustainable practice, government regulation, subsidy, energy efficiency, Nigeria, transformation, competitiveness, corporate social responsibility, statistics, construction industry, purposive sampling, implementation, sustainable construction practice, sustainable construction, health and safety, interview, cost-effectivenes, compliance, face, waste management, evidence, regulation, thematic analysis, practitioner, qualitative research, methodology, policy instrument, climate change |
| Subjects: | industry analysis, political science, market analysis, sustainable practices, methods and analysis, Geography, health safety and environment, sustainable construction, research methods, economics, contractual arrangements, economic analysis, psychology, sustainability and energy, waste management, climate science, practitioner, data collection methods, evaluation and assessment methods, business, policy studies, mathematical modelling, research design and methodology |
| Topics: | Organizational Design, Roles and Professions, Governance, Sustainability, Procurement, Health and Safety, Business Strategy, Cost Management, Geographical Context, Research Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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