Luo, Huyuan (2013) Towards green universities: A decision support framework for green roof and living wall implementation. PhD thesis, Queensland University of Technology, Australia.
Abstract
This research examined why university campus development has not fully embraced green technology despite common expectations. Semi-structured interviews and a Delphi Study explored universities’ organisational issues and delivery processes for projects with a sustainability focus. Critical organisational components and their internal relationships were studied, and critical factors for project success identified. A decision-making framework was developed to provide strategic directions for universities to optimise organisational environment and overcome barriers in order to better deliver sustainable projects on campuses.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Doctoral) |
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| Thesis advisor: | Yang, Jay and Skitmore, Martin |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | sustainability; higher education; green roof; living wall; decision making; project management |
| Index terms: | interview, critical factor, implementation, project management, organizational environment, green roof, decision support, project success, Delphi method, higher education, decision-making, organizational issue |
| Subjects: | contractual arrangements, project management theory and practice, educational institutions, sociology, sustainable design, data collection methods, business, decision analysis, risk assessment |
| Topics: | Procurement, Project Management, Organizational Design, Risk Management, Education, Sustainability, Research Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCE |
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